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Tennessee Audiologist License

Tennessee Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the educational institution to the Board.
  • Declaration of Citizenship (PH-4183) — A notarized form verifying U.S. citizenship or qualified alien status, required by the SAVE Act.
  • Passport Style Photograph — One original passport-style photo taken within the last 12 months.
  • Birth Certificate — A certified copy or notarized photocopy of your birth certificate.
  • ASHA CCC-A Verification — If applying via ASHA certification, request official verification be sent directly from ASHA to the Board.

How to Apply

  1. Create a LARS Account ▾
    Register for an account on the Tennessee Department of Health's Licensure and Regulatory System (LARS) to begin the online application process.
    Register on LARS
  2. Submit Initial Application and Fees ▾
    Complete the online application for Audiologist licensure and pay the $160 total fee ($50 application, $100 initial license, $10 state regulatory fee).
    Apply Online
  3. Request Official Transcripts ▾
    Contact your university registrar to have official transcripts sent directly to the Board office at 665 Mainstream Drive, Nashville, TN 37243 or via email to Unit1HRB.Health@tn.gov.
  4. Complete Criminal Background Check ▾
    Register with IdentoGO for digital fingerprinting. You will receive a specific service code from the Board after your application is filed to ensure results are sent to the correct agency.
    Schedule Fingerprinting
  5. Submit Praxis Scores ▾
    Request that ETS send your Praxis examination scores directly to the Tennessee Board using recipient code 8188.
    ETS Praxis Requirements
  6. Complete the Jurisprudence Exam ▾
    Download and complete the open-book Tennessee Jurisprudence Exam covering state statutes and rules. Upload the completed exam and signed affidavit to your LARS application.
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Audiologists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.

Steps

  1. Submit Reciprocity Application ▾
    Apply through the LARS portal selecting the reciprocity/endorsement pathway.
    LARS Portal
  2. Verify Out-of-State Licenses ▾
    Request official verification of licensure from every state in which you hold or have ever held a license to be sent directly to the Tennessee Board.
  3. Provide Proof of ASHA CCC-A ▾
    Submit official verification of your current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA.
  4. Complete Tennessee Jurisprudence Exam ▾
    All endorsement applicants must pass the Tennessee-specific law exam.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Tennessee Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Keeping Your License Active

Tennessee Audiologist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Tennessee Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Fingerprint Registration Expiration ▾
Fingerprints must be scanned within two weeks of registration with IdentoGO, or the registration and fee will expire.
Non-Direct Transcripts ▾
Transcripts uploaded by the applicant or marked 'issued to student' are not accepted; they must come directly from the registrar.
Incomplete Jurisprudence Affidavit ▾
Failure to sign and notarize the Jurisprudence Exam affidavit will stall the application review process.

Questions

How many continuing education hours are required? ▾
Audiologists must complete 10 hours of CE every calendar year (20 hours per biennial renewal cycle). At least 5 hours must be in the area of Audiology.
Does Tennessee participate in the Audiology Compact? ▾
Yes, Tennessee is a member of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC).
Can I practice while my application is pending? ▾
No. You must have a Tennessee license in your possession before you may lawfully practice, unless you have received specific written authorization from the Board.
What is the official CE tracking system for Tennessee? ▾
CE Broker is the official tracking system used by the Tennessee Board of Communication Disorders and Sciences.

Board Info

Tennessee Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Phone(615) 741-5735
Emailmailto:tn.health@tn.gov
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Last verified 2026-02-25