{"application_form_url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/initial-license-audiologist.pdf","application_portal_url":"https://licensing.azdhs.gov/","board_contact_url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/index.php#contact","board_email":"mailto:speechpathology@azdhs.gov","board_fax":"(602) 364-4769","board_mailing_address":"150 N. 18th Ave., Suite 460, Phoenix, AZ 85007","board_name":"Arizona Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology","board_parent_org":"Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS)","board_phone":"(602) 364-2079","board_physical_address":"150 N. 18th Ave., Suite 460, Phoenix, AZ 85007","board_source_url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/","board_url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/","canonical_url":"https://statelicensingreference.com/arizona-aud","ce_requirements_url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/index.php#continuing-education","common_delays":[{"description":"Failure to obtain the specific 'IVP' version of the fingerprint card can delay the background check process significantly.","title":"Missing Fingerprint Card"},{"description":"Applications are often held if the Statement of Citizenship is missing or if the provided ID does not match the name on the application.","title":"Incomplete Citizenship Documentation"},{"description":"New portal registrations can take up to 48 hours to be fully activated before an application can be submitted.","title":"Portal Registration Lag"},{"description":"Praxis scores must be from within the last 3 years; if they are older and you do not have a current CCC-A, you may need to retake the exam.","title":"Expired Exam Scores"}],"compact_member":false,"compact_name":"ASLP-IC (Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact)","compact_privilege_fee":"N/A","created_at":"2026-04-09T17:05:28.570598+00:00","credential_type":"AuD, CCC-A","description":"Apply for a Arizona Audiologist credential. 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If you also dispense hearing aids, at least 8 of those hours must be related to hearing aid dispensing.","question":"How many CE hours are required for renewal?"},{"answer":"Yes, Arizona accepts the ASHA CCC-A as proof of meeting the education, clinical rotation, and examination requirements for licensure.","question":"Does Arizona accept the ASHA CCC-A for licensure?"},{"answer":"The total cost is $300, consisting of a $100 non-refundable application fee and a $200 initial license fee.","question":"What are the total fees for a new Audiologist license?"},{"answer":"A doctoral degree is required for initial licensure. However, individuals who were awarded a master's degree in audiology before December 31, 2007, may be eligible under specific waiver provisions.","question":"Can I apply with a Master's degree?"},{"answer":"License verification is conducted through the 'AZ Care Check' database maintained by the Arizona Department of Health Services.","question":"How do I verify an Arizona Audiologist license?"}],"fee_payment_url":"https://licensing.azdhs.gov/","fingerprint_delay_weeks":"2-4","fingerprint_fee":"$35-$50 (varies by state)","fingerprint_method_in_state":"LiveScan (IdentoGO)","fingerprint_method_out_of_state":"IdentoGO Out-of-State Live Scan (adds ~$39.95 fee) OR FD-258 hard card via mail (tip: moisturize hands for days prior to reduce smudge rejects)","fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":"https://psp.azdps.gov/","fingerprint_vendor":"IdentoGO (IDEMIA)","fingerprint_vendor_url":"https://uenroll.identogo.com/","initial_fee_amount":100.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":"$100 application/license fee","last_updated":"2026-02-25","last_verified":"2026-02-25","license_duration":"2 Years","licensing_pathway":"endorsement","payload_url":"https://statelicensingreference.com/api/arizona-aud.json","processing_time":"4 to 6 Weeks","profession":"Audiologist","provisional_info":"Many states offer a limited permit or provisional license for new graduates waiting to take the Praxis. Check specific board rules for supervisory requirements.","reciprocity_info":"Audiologists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.","renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":50.0,"renewal_portal_url":"https://licensing.azdhs.gov/","required_documents":[{"description":"Proof of current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from ASHA. This often waives transcript and exam score requirements.","name":"ASHA CCC-A Certification","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Official transcripts showing a doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited institution (required if not providing CCC-A).","name":"Official Transcripts","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.","name":"IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card","url":"https://psp.azdps.gov/","url_label":"DPS Portal"},{"description":"A completed and signed Statement of Citizenship or Alien Status form along with supporting identification (e.g., Passport, Birth Certificate).","name":"Statement of Citizenship","url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/initial-license-audiologist.pdf","url_label":"Download Form"},{"description":"Official passing score on the National Examination in Audiology (Praxis) if not using the CCC-A pathway.","name":"Praxis Score Report","url":null,"url_label":null}],"slug":"arizona-aud","state_name":"Arizona","state_slug":"arizona","statutes_url":"https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/special/speech-language-pathology/index.php#statutes-rules","steps":[{"description":"Apply for an Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) portal. This is required for all applicants.","title":"Obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card","url":"https://psp.azdps.gov/","url_label":"Apply for Fingerprint Card"},{"description":"Create an account on the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Individual Licensing Portal. This is the mandatory platform for all new applications.","title":"Register on the ADHS Licensing Portal","url":"https://licensing.azdhs.gov/","url_label":"Register for Portal"},{"description":"Complete the online application for Audiologist licensure. You will need to upload your transcripts or ASHA CCC-A certification and provide your IVP card details.","title":"Submit Initial Application","url":"https://licensing.azdhs.gov/","url_label":"Start Application"},{"description":"Pay the non-refundable $100 application fee through the portal. Note that an additional $200 initial license fee is required before the license is issued.","title":"Pay Application Fees","url":"https://licensing.azdhs.gov/","url_label":"Pay Fees"},{"description":"If not using the ASHA CCC-A pathway, ensure your Praxis (ETSNEA) exam scores are sent directly to the Board. Scores must be from within the last 3 years.","title":"Verify Exam Scores","url":"https://www.ets.org/praxis/about/audiology.html","url_label":"Praxis Exam Info"},{"description":"If applying to fit and dispense hearing aids, you must pass a Department-provided jurisprudence and ethics examination within six months of licensure.","title":"Complete Jurisprudence Exam","url":null,"url_label":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":"See board","temp_license_fee":"See board","temp_license_processing_time":"See board","updated_at":"2026-04-12T09:02:37.509113+00:00","verify_license_url":"https://azcarecheck.azdhs.gov/"}