Licensing Path
Idaho 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
- $75
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Idaho
- Board
- Bureau of Occupational Licenses — Speech and Hearing Services
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 $75 fee to Bureau of Occupational Licenses.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $75
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $75
- Renewal cycle
- Every year
- Application
- $75
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $75
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: The full credential to independently practice speech-language pathology in Idaho.
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
- Bureau of Occupational Licenses — Speech and Hearing Services
- Department
- Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
- Phone
- (208) 334-3233
- ibol@ibol.idaho.gov
- Board site
- https://ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/BoardPage.aspx?Bureau=SHS
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $75. Renewal cycle: Every year.
Idaho Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does an Idaho SLP license cost?
The application and license fee is $75. Idaho has among the lowest SLP licensing fees. Annual renewal is $75.
Is Idaho part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Idaho has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Idaho allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Idaho permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Idaho have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Idaho participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Idaho without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Idaho?
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 Idaho while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.