Licensing Path
Ohio 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
- $200
- Processing time
- 4 to 6 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Ohio
- Board
- Ohio Board of Speech-Language 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 program. Must include 375 hours of supervised clinical practicum, including 25 hours of clinical observation. At least 250 hours must be at the graduate level.
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Step 2
Obtain a Conditional SLP License
Apply for the Conditional SLP License ($210) to begin your clinical fellowship. Complete 9 months full-time or 18 months part-time of supervised clinical practice under an experienced SLP.
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Step 3
Pass the Praxis Examination
Achieve a passing score on the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology (test code 5331). The current passing score is 162. Exam fee: $165.
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Step 4
Apply for Full SLP Licensure
Submit the full SLP license application ($200) via the eLicense Ohio portal. Include official transcripts, Praxis scores, clinical fellowship verification, headshot photograph, and background check results.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $200
- Processing time
- 4 to 6 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $120
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years (December 31, even years)
- Application
- $200
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $200
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: The full credential to independently practice speech-language pathology in Ohio. Requires a master's degree, completed clinical fellowship, passing Praxis score, and background check.
Conditional SLP License: Issued to SLP graduates completing their clinical fellowship (postgraduate professional experience). Application and license fee: $210. Allows supervised practice for 9 months full-time or 18 months part-time.
Required Documents
- Official graduate transcripts: From a CAA-accredited speech-language pathology program.
- Praxis exam score report: Score of 162 or higher on test 5331.
- Clinical fellowship verification: Documentation of completed 9-month full-time or 18-month part-time supervised professional experience.
- Background check and headshot: Criminal background check and passport-style headshot photograph.
Board Contact
- Board
- Ohio Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
- Department
- Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board (SHPB)
- Phone
- (614) 466-3145
- board@shp.ohio.gov
- Board site
- https://shp.ohio.gov/
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $120. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (December 31, even years).
Ohio Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does an Ohio SLP license cost?
The initial SLP license application fee is $200, plus an additional $3.50 eLicense Ohio maintenance fee. A Conditional SLP License for the clinical fellowship costs $210. Biennial renewal is $120.
How many CE hours are required for Ohio SLP renewal?
Ohio requires 20 hours of continuing education every two years, with at least 2 hours in ethics and 10 hours directly related to clinical speech-language pathology practice. CE hours for the first renewal period are not required.
When does my Ohio SLP license expire?
Ohio SLP licenses for the 2025-2026 biennium are valid until December 31, 2026. Renewal notifications are sent via email starting October of the expiration year.
Does Ohio have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Ohio participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Ohio without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Ohio?
Most endorsement applications take 4 to 6 weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Ohio while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.