Licensing Path
Colorado participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state also participates and your license is eligible, you may be able to practice through compact privilege.
If you do not qualify for compact privilege, use the endorsement path below.
- Endorsement fee
- $120
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Colorado
- Board
- Division of Professions and Occupations — Speech-Language Pathology
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Earn a Master's Degree in SLP
Complete a master's degree from a CAA-accredited speech-language pathology program.
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Step 2
Pass the Praxis Examination
Achieve a passing score on the Praxis Examination (test code 5331, score 162).
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Step 3
Complete Clinical Fellowship
Complete 36 weeks of full-time supervised clinical practice (1,260 hours).
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Step 4
Submit Application to DORA
Submit application with $120 fee through DORA online portal.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $120
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $75
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $120
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $120
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: The full credential to independently practice speech-language pathology in Colorado.
Provisional SLP License: Issued to SLP graduates completing their Clinical Fellowship under supervision.
Required Documents
- Official graduate transcripts: From a CAA-accredited program.
- Praxis exam score report: Score of 162 or higher on test 5331.
- Clinical Fellowship verification: CF completion documentation.
- Background check: Criminal background check via CBI.
Board Contact
- Board
- Division of Professions and Occupations — Speech-Language Pathology
- Department
- Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)
- Phone
- (303) 894-7800
- dora_dpo_licensing@state.co.us
- Board site
- https://dpo.colorado.gov/SpeechLanguagePathology
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $75. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Colorado Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a Colorado SLP license cost?
The initial application and license fee is $120. Biennial renewal is $75.
Is Colorado part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Colorado has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Colorado allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Colorado permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Colorado have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Colorado participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Colorado without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Colorado?
Most endorsement applications take 2 to 4 weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Colorado while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.