Licensing Path
Washington 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
- $175
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Washington
- Board
- Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Earn a Master's Degree in SLP
From a CAA-accredited program.
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Step 2
Pass the Praxis Examination
Test code 5331, score 162.
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Step 3
Complete Clinical Fellowship
36 weeks supervised clinical practice.
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Step 4
Submit Application to DOH
Submit with fees to Washington DOH.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $175
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $100
- Renewal cycle
- Every year (birthday)
- Application
- $75
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $175
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: Full credential for independent SLP practice in Washington.
Interim SLP Permit: For SLP graduates completing their Clinical Fellowship in Washington.
Required Documents
- Official graduate transcripts: From a CAA-accredited program.
- Praxis exam score report: Score of 162 or higher.
- Clinical Fellowship verification: CF completion documentation.
- Background check: Washington State Patrol and FBI background check.
Board Contact
- Board
- Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee
- Department
- Washington Department of Health (DOH)
- Phone
- (360) 236-4700
- hpqa.csc@doh.wa.gov
- Board site
- https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-702/speech-language-pathologist
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $100. Renewal cycle: Every year (birthday).
Washington Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a Washington SLP license cost?
$175 initial. $100 annual renewal (Washington uses annual renewal on your birthday).
Is Washington part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes.
Does Washington allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes.
Does Washington have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Washington participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Washington without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Washington?
Most endorsement applications take 2 to 4 weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Washington while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.