645—299.2 (17A) Purpose of board. The purpose of the board is to administer and enforce the provisions of Iowa Code chapters 17A, 147, and 272C with regard to the practice of speech pathology and audiology. The mission of the board is to protect the public health, safety and welfare by licensing qualified individuals who provide services to consumers and by fair and consistent enforcement of the statutes and rules of the licensure board. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
	  1. 	 Licensing qualified applicants by examination, renewal, endorsement, and reciprocity to practice speech pathology or audiology.
	  2. 	 Developing and administering a program of continuing education to ensure continued competency of individuals licensed by the board.
	  3. 	 Imposing discipline on licensees as provided by statute or rule.