Welcome to the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
The Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology was established in 1973 to license and regulate the performance of speech-language pathologists and audiologists for consumer protection.
Important Notice to All Audiologists Who Dispense Hearing Aids
As of January 1, 2010, audiologists who hold a valid, active license from the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology (BSPA) will no longer need to hold a license from the Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA) to legally dispense hearing aids in the state of Oregon. This is due to the passage of HB3232 during the 2009 Legislative Session, and the resulting changes in licensing statutes.
Due to statewide budget cuts implemented by the Oregon Legislature, the Board staff will be taking 10 to 14 mandatory furlough days during this biennium, and the office will be closed. A total of ten office closure dates due to mandatory furloughs have been established during 2009-11 (see the office closures link below).
Protect yourself, your family and your co-workers by getting vaccinated and staying informed. The fewer of us who get sick from either seasonal influenza or pandemic H1N1 influenza, the more we can reduce the impact in our schools and workplaces. Visit the state's flu Web site at www.flu.oregon.gov or call the state hotline at 1-800-978-3040.