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Vermont Speech-Language Pathologist License

Office of Professional Regulation — Speech-Language Pathology

Total Fee
$75
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 OPR showing the conferral of a master's or doctoral degree.
  • Clinical Fellowship Report — A completed Clinical Fellowship Report and Rating Form signed by your supervisor, or proof of ASHA CCC-SLP certification.
  • Praxis Score Report — Official score report from ETS showing a passing score of 162 or higher. Send Scores
  • Supervisor Verification — For provisional applicants, the name and license number of the clinical fellowship supervisor must be provided in the application.

How to Apply

  1. Complete a CAA-Accredited Master's Degree ▾
    Earn a master's or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA).
  2. Apply for Provisional License (Clinical Fellowship) ▾
    If you are completing your Clinical Fellowship (CF) in Vermont, you must apply for a Provisional License by Registration through the OPR Online Services Platform before starting.
    Apply Online
  3. Complete Clinical Fellowship (CF) ▾
    Complete a supervised clinical fellowship of at least 36 weeks (full-time) or the part-time equivalent under a licensed SLP with an active CCC-SLP.
  4. Pass the Praxis Exam ▾
    Take and pass the Praxis Speech-Language Pathology exam (test code 5331) with a minimum score of 162. Have scores sent directly to the Vermont OPR.
    Register for Praxis
  5. Submit Full License Application ▾
    Log into the OPR Online Services Platform to upgrade from provisional to full licensure or apply for initial licensure by examination.
    Submit Application
  6. Obtain Agency of Education Endorsement (Optional) ▾
    If you intend to work in a Vermont school, you must also obtain an Educational Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement from the Agency of Education (AOE) after receiving your OPR license.
    AOE SLP Info
Total Fee
$75
Processing Time
4 to 6 weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Vermont is a member of the ASLP Interstate Compact.
Apply to transfer

Steps

  1. Verify Out-of-State License ▾
    Request official verification of licensure from every state where you have held a license, sent directly to the Vermont OPR.
    Request Verification
  2. Submit Endorsement Application ▾
    Complete the online application for licensure by endorsement via the OPR portal and pay the required fees.
    Apply by Endorsement
  3. Provide Proof of ASHA Certification ▾
    Upload a copy of your current ASHA CCC-SLP card or certificate to expedite the process.
Total Fee
$150
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (March 31)
Compact
No
Board
Office of Professional Regulation — Speech-Language Pathology

Keeping Your License Active

Vermont Speech-Language Pathologist licenses renew Every 2 years (March 31). Contact the Office of Professional Regulation — Speech-Language Pathology for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Renew on the board site

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$75
Endorsement application$75
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal150.0

Slow Downs

Transcript Delivery Issues ▾
Transcripts not sent directly from the university or missing degree conferral dates can stall the application.
Incomplete Supervisor Information ▾
Provisional applications are often delayed if the supervisor's Vermont license is not active or their CCC-SLP status is unverified.
Out-of-State Verification Wait Times ▾
Waiting for other state boards to send official license verifications is a primary cause of delay for endorsement applicants.

Questions

What are the continuing education (CE) requirements for renewal? ▾
Licensed SLPs must complete 20 hours of continuing education every two years. Licenses expire on August 31 of even-numbered years.
Does my ASHA CCC-SLP satisfy the CE requirement? ▾
Yes, OPR licensees with an active ASHA CCC-SLP designation at the time of renewal are deemed to have satisfied the CE requirement.
Do I need a separate license to work in Vermont schools? ▾
Yes. You must first hold a clinical license from the OPR and then obtain an Educational Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement from the Agency of Education (AOE).
Are fingerprints required for the OPR clinical license? ▾
No, the OPR does not currently require fingerprints for the clinical SLP license. However, the Agency of Education (AOE) requires a background check and fingerprints for the school endorsement.

Board Info

Office of Professional Regulation — Speech-Language Pathology
Phone(802) 828-1505
Websos.vermont.gov/speech-language-pathologists/
Emailmailto:sos.opr@vermont.gov
Sources
Office of Professional Regulation — Speech-Language Pathology State statutes
Last verified 2026-02-25