About the Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology

Board Overview

The Iowa Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology evaluates the qualifications of applicants for licensure and grants licenses to those who qualify. The board establishes rules and regulations to ensure the integrity and competence of licensed speech pathologists and audiologists, and investigates complaints for unprofessional conduct. The board is the link between the consumer and licensees. As such, promotes the public health, welfare and safety. Licensees are responsible for meeting all licensure requirements and should periodically review the rules. 

Board Meetings

Meeting dates for the Board of Speech Pathology & Audiology are subject to change. Agendas for meetings and hearings will be posted to the DIAL Public Meeting Calendar approximately one week before the scheduled date. However, agendas may be updated and posted no later than 24 hours before the meeting’s start time.

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Changes to Licensing Requirements: Audiologists and Hearing Aid Specialists

2024 Iowa Acts, SF 2385

On May 17, 2024, Governor Reynolds signed 2024 Iowa Acts, SF 2385 into law. The Act made changes to boards, commissions, councils and other entities in state government. The Act included changes to Iowa Code chapter 154A, the statute that governs the practice of hearing aid specialists in Iowa. Oversight of the profession transitioned from the Board of Hearing Aid Specialists to the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

Under this Act, Iowa licensed audiologists are no longer required to hold a separate hearing aid specialist license to dispense hearing aids and can now dispense under their audiology license. Audiologists will be required to follow the rules and regulations established for hearing aid dispensing.

Laws & Rules for Speech Pathologists and Audiologists