Speak Out October 2018

Professional development

What does a Certified Practising member audit involve?

SPEECH PATHOLOGY AUSTRALIA undertakes random Certified Practising Member audits of members’ Professional Self Regulation (PSR) activities and practice hours requirements on an ongoing basis throughout the year. This random audit process is in place in order to be able to offer assurance to peers,

consumers and employers that Certified Practising members are meeting the specified requirements. If you are randomly selected to undergo a Certified Practising Member audit the first step involves emailing copies of both PSR plan and log forms and evidence of practice hours to the PSR Advisor.

Part 1: PSR Activities Audit Audit focus

To confirm that the activities you declared PSR points for in your last membership renewal are correct and complete.

Initially, the activities declared in your most recent membership renewal will be considered. If you have maintained an online PSR Activities record, we will refer to this and/or you will need to supply copies of PSR plan and log form/s. Subsequently, you will be asked to supply specified supporting documentation for nominated activities. Any supporting documentation sent through to SPA needs to be de-identified with any client, student or colleague information redacted. Avoid sending through documentation of a personal nature, for example billing or financial details.

Supporting documentation requirements:

Important information to read before you send any documentation:

For further information, please go the SPA PSR webpage to access: • PSR plan and log form template • PSR Flyer • PSR Member Booklet.

Part 2: Practice Hours Audit

To confirm practice hours to support the recency of practice declaration made in your last membership renewal.

Audit focus

Certified Practising Members who completed their accredited Australian entry level speech pathology course: • Within the previous three years at the time of your last membership declaration: There is no requirement to send practice hours evidence. • Between three and five years at the time of your last membership declaration : Please supply evidence that supports a minimum of 200 hours of speech pathology practice since course completion. • More than five years ago at the time of your last membership declaration: Please supply evidence that supports a minimum of 1,000 hours of speech pathology practice within the previous five years. Please avoid sending through documentation of a personal nature, for example billing or financial details. Ensure that letters from employers are on company letterhead and, if it is not already stated within the letter, please provide the contact details of the person who generated the letter should any follow up be required.

Are you required to complete the practice hours audit?

Important information to read before you send any documentation:

For further information, please go the SPA PSR webpage to access: • Flowchart: Eligibility Requirements to Join or Rejoin as a Certified Practising Member

For further information, please contact office@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au or phone 1300 368 835.

Joanna Shorland Professional Self Regulation Advisor Sharon Crane Senior Advisor Professional Education & Certification

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