Licensing Path
North Carolina 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
- $150
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in North Carolina
- Board
- Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Earn a Master's Degree in SLP
From a CAA-accredited program.
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Step 2
Pass the Praxis Examination
Test code 5331, score 162.
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Step 3
Complete Clinical Fellowship
36 weeks supervised clinical practice.
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Step 4
Submit Application
Submit with fees to the Board.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $150
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $100
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $100
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $150
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: Full credential for independent SLP practice in North Carolina.
Provisional SLP License: For 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.
- Clinical Fellowship verification: CF completion documentation.
- Background check: Criminal background check.
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
- Department
- NC Board of Examiners for SLP and Audiology
- Phone
- (336) 272-1828
- info@ncboeslpa.org
- Board site
- https://www.ncboeslpa.org/
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $100. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
North Carolina Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a North Carolina SLP license cost?
$150 initial. $100 biennial renewal.
Is North Carolina part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes.
Does North Carolina allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes.
Does North Carolina have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. North Carolina participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in North Carolina without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to North Carolina?
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 North Carolina while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.