§ 45.301. Definitions.
The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
Assistant—An individual who works under the direction and supervision of a licensed audiologist, speech-language pathologist or teacher of the hearing-impaired and who meets the requirements in this subchapter.
Direct onsite supervision—The physical presence of a licensed audiologist, speech-language pathologist or teacher of the hearing-impaired, in the facility or location where the assistant is working who is immediately available to exercise supervision, direction and control.
Interpreter—An individual whose sole function is to translate or to facilitate communication between persons via oral, cued speech, manual, total communication or written modes. For purposes of this subchapter, an interpreter is not considered an assistant.
Task—Work assigned or carried out as a part or subcomponent of the assistant’s duties.
This section cited in 49 Pa. Code § 45.305 (relating to functions and duties of assistants).
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