Arkansas Speech-Language Pathologist License

What You'll Need

• Official Transcripts — Graduate transcripts must be sent directly from the university to the Board or provided in a sealed envelope.
• Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Plan — Required for provisional license applicants; must be signed by both the applicant and the supervisor.
• Praxis Score Report — Official scores must be sent directly from ETS to ABESPA (Code R8773). Praxis Score Info
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) — A copy of your current ASHA card or a letter from ASHA specifying certification dates is required for full licensure.
• Verification of Out-of-State Licensure — If currently or previously licensed in another state, official verification of good standing must be provided.

How to Apply

1. Obtain Graduate Degree ▾
   Complete a Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders from an accredited institution.
2. Pass the Praxis Exam ▾
   Register for and pass the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam (test code 5331) with a minimum score of 162. Use recipient code R8773 to send scores to ABESPA.
   Register for Praxis
3. Apply for Provisional Licensure ▾
   If beginning a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY), apply for a provisional license within 30 days of starting work. Submit the application, $5 fee, and CFY Plan.
4. Complete Clinical Fellowship ▾
   Complete at least 36 weeks of full-time professional experience (minimum 1,260 hours) under the supervision of a licensed SLP.
5. Transition to Full Licensure ▾
   Upon completion of the CFY and obtaining ASHA CCCs, submit proof of certification to the Board to upgrade from provisional to full status. No additional fee is required for this transition.