About
The function of the Board is to examine the credentials and qualifications of Speech-Language Pathologists, Speech-Language Pathology Assistants, and Audiologists who wish to provide services to the people of Arkansas, and to issue licenses or registration to those individuals who meet the standards set forth in §17-100-101 et seq. The Board acts on behalf of consumers by handling complaints to ensure that quality speech-language pathology and audiology services are delivered to the public.
The Board is comprised of seven members. These include professionals in speech-language pathology and audiology (at least 2 from each field), a consumer representative, and a senior citizen representative. The members are appointed by the Governor for three-year terms and may serve two full consecutive terms. Board members may be reimbursed for expenses, but otherwise receive no compensation.
License Search & Verification
To request verification from Arkansas to be sent to another state, please email us at [email protected].
Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
ASLP-IC Rulemaking Notice
Title of Rules:
- Proposed Chapter 5 ASLP-IC Rule on Dispute Resolution
- Proposed Chapter 6 ASLP-IC Rule on Joint Investigations
- Proposed Chapter 7 ASLP-IC Rule Post Graduate Professional Experience
- Proposed Chapter 8 ASLP-IC Rule National Examination
- Proposed Chapter 9 ASLP-IC Rule on Military Identification
Purpose: These proposed rules are intended to clarify and implement the provisions of the compact and to promote consistent administration across member jurisdictions.
Authority: Section 3: State Participation in the Compact; Section 8: Establishment of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact Commission; Section 10: Rulemaking
Comment Period Start Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Comment Period End Date: Via email by 5 p.m., EDT on Thursday, May 28, 2026 or: by attending the ASLP-IC Special Commission Meeting on Monday, June 29, 2026 at 1 p.m., EDT via virtual teleconference (Zoom).
ASLP-IC Public Notice: https://aslpcompact.com/commission/commission-rulemakings/
Board Members Information
- Dr. Rebecca Rusnak, Au. D., Chairperson, term ends June 30, 2027
- Dr. Mary Chatelain, Au. D., Board Member, term ends June 30, 2025
- Heidi Jansen, MS, CCC-SLP, Board Member, term ends June 30, 2027
- Mary White, MS, CCC-SLP, Board Member, term ends June 30, 2026
- Hope Wofford, CCC-SLP, Board Member, term ends June 30, 2027
- Available Positions: Consumer Representative, Senior Representative
Staff Members
- Nathaniel Roe, Executive Director
- Bob Elder, Administrative Support Specialist
Board Meetings
All Board meetings are at 9:30am via Microsoft Teams
- May 8, 2026 – Cancelled
- July 10, 2026
- September 11, 2026
- November 13, 2026
Current ABESPA Rules
Important Documents