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South Carolina Speech-Language Pathologist License

Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
2 to 4 weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Notarized Application/Affidavit — The signature page and Affidavit of Eligibility must be notarized.
  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the registrar of your accredited institution to the Board.
  • Praxis Exam Scores — Official scores must be sent directly from ETS (minimum passing score of 162). Praxis Requirements
  • Verification of Clinical Experience — Documentation of 350 clock hours of supervised clinical experience.
  • Supervised Professional Employment (SPE) Report — Verification of 9 months of full-time supervised professional employment.
  • ASHA CCC Verification — If you hold ASHA certification, verification must be sent directly from ASHA to the Board.

How to Apply

  1. Review Application Instructions
    Download and read the Speech-Language Pathology Electronic Application Packet which contains supplemental forms and detailed requirements.
  2. Submit Online Application
    Create an account on the LLR Application Portal and submit the initial application for licensure.
  3. Pay Application Fee
    Pay the non-refundable $200 application fee via credit card or electronic check through the online portal.
  4. Complete Fingerprinting
    Schedule a fingerprinting appointment with IdentoGO. Use the service code provided in your application instructions to ensure results are sent to the Board.
  5. Submit Required Verifications
    Request official transcripts from your university, Praxis scores from ETS, and ASHA CCC verification (if applicable) to be sent directly to the Board.
  6. Submit Notarized Affidavit
    Upload a notarized Affidavit of Eligibility and a copy of your government-issued ID to the application portal.
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
2 to 4 weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements
South Carolina is a member of the ASLP Interstate Compact.

Steps

  1. Verify Out-of-State Licenses
    Request official verification of licensure from every state where you have ever held a license to be sent directly to the SC Board.
    SC License Lookup
  2. Submit ASHA Certification
    Request ASHA to send verification of your current CCC-SLP directly to the Board to waive certain clinical experience documentation.
  3. Complete SC Application
    Follow the standard application process via the LLR portal, selecting the appropriate license type.
Total Fee
$60
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (June 30)
Compact
No
Board
Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Keeping Your License Active

South Carolina Speech-Language Pathologist licenses renew Every 2 years (June 30). Contact the Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Renew on the board site

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal60.0

Slow Downs

Missing Direct Verifications
Transcripts, test scores, and ASHA verifications must come directly from the source. Hand-carried or applicant-uploaded copies are not accepted.
Incomplete Notarization
Failure to have the Affidavit of Eligibility or application signature page properly notarized will halt processing.
Background Check Delays
Fingerprinting results can take several weeks. Applicants should schedule their IdentoGO appointment as soon as they receive their service code.

Questions

How many continuing education hours are required for renewal?
Licensed SLPs must complete 16 hours of Board-approved continuing education every two years.
When does my SLP license expire?
Licenses expire biennially on March 31 of odd-numbered years.
Is South Carolina part of the SLP Interstate Compact?
Yes, South Carolina is a member of the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC).
What is the fee for an initial SLP license?
The initial application fee for a Speech-Language Pathologist is $200.

Board Info

Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology