Licensing Path
West Virginia 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
- $100
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in West Virginia
- Board
- Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
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
Submit with fees to the Board.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $100
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $50
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $50
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $100
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: Full credential for independent SLP practice in West Virginia.
Provisional SLP License: For SLP graduates completing their Clinical Fellowship.
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: Criminal background check.
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
- Department
- West Virginia Board of Examiners for SLP and Audiology
- Phone
- (304) 558-3945
- wvbespa@wv.gov
- Board site
- https://wvbeslpa.com/
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $50. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
West Virginia Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a West Virginia SLP license cost?
$100 initial. $50 biennial renewal.
Is West Virginia part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. West Virginia is one of the first states actively issuing compact privileges.
Does West Virginia allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes.
Does West Virginia have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. West Virginia participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in West Virginia without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to West Virginia?
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 West Virginia while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.