Licensing Path
Delaware 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
- $141
- Processing time
- 4 to 6 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Delaware
- Board
- Board of Speech/Language Pathologists, Audiologists and Hearing Aid Dispensers
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 supervised clinical practice (1,260 hours).
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Step 4
Submit Application
Submit application with fees to the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $141
- Processing time
- 4 to 6 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $111
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $91
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $141
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: The full credential to independently practice speech-language pathology in Delaware.
Provisional SLP License: Issued to SLP graduates completing their Clinical Fellowship.
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.
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Speech/Language Pathologists, Audiologists and Hearing Aid Dispensers
- Department
- Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
- Phone
- (302) 744-4500
- customerservice.dpr@delaware.gov
- Board site
- https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/speechpath/
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $111. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Delaware Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a Delaware SLP license cost?
The total initial cost is approximately $141. Biennial renewal is $111.
Is Delaware part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Delaware has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Delaware allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Delaware permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Delaware have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Delaware participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Delaware without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Delaware?
Most endorsement applications take 4 to 6 weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Delaware while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.