Licensing Path
Iowa 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 Iowa
- Board
- Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology
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.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $120
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $120
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $60
- 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 Iowa.
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 Pathology and Audiology
- Department
- Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing
- Phone
- (515) 281-0254
- amanda.breitbach@dia.iowa.gov
- Board site
- https://dial.iowa.gov/licensing/professional-licenses/speech-pathology-and-audiology
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $120. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Iowa Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does an Iowa SLP license cost?
The total initial cost is approximately $120. Biennial renewal is $120.
Is Iowa part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Iowa has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Iowa allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Iowa permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Iowa have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Iowa participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Iowa without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Iowa?
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 Iowa while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.