Licensing Path
Indiana 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
- $50
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Indiana
- Board
- Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board
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 to PLA
Submit application with $50 fee through PLA online portal.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $50
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $50
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $50
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $50
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: The full credential to independently practice speech-language pathology in Indiana.
Temporary SLP Permit: 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
- Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board
- Department
- Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA)
- Phone
- (317) 234-2054
- pla4@pla.in.gov
- Board site
- https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/speech-language-pathology-and-audiology-board/
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $50. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Indiana Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does an Indiana SLP license cost?
The application fee is $50 — one of the lowest in the country. Biennial renewal is also $50.
Is Indiana part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Indiana has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Indiana allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Indiana permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Indiana have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Indiana participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Indiana without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Indiana?
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 Indiana while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.