Licensing Path
North Dakota 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 North Dakota
- Board
- Board of Examiners on Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
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
- $75
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $50
- Renewal cycle
- Every year (December 31)
- Application
- $50
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $75
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: Full credential for independent SLP practice in North Dakota.
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 on Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
- Department
- North Dakota Board of Examiners on Audiology and SLP
- Phone
- (701) 777-3232
- ndboeaslp@gmail.com
- Board site
- https://www.ndboeaslp.org/
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $50. Renewal cycle: Every year (December 31).
North Dakota Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a North Dakota SLP license cost?
$75 initial. $50 annual renewal.
Is North Dakota part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
No.
Does North Dakota allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes, with a valid ND license.
Does North Dakota have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. North Dakota participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in North Dakota without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to North Dakota?
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 Dakota while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.