Licensing Path
Wisconsin 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
- $78
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- ASLP-IC active in Wisconsin
- Board
- Examining Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
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 DSPS
Submit with $78 fee.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $78
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $78
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years (February 28)
- Application
- $78
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $78
License Types
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist: Full credential for independent SLP practice in Wisconsin.
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
- Examining Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
- Department
- Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
- Phone
- (608) 266-2112
- dsps@wisconsin.gov
- Board site
- https://dsps.wi.gov/Pages/BoardsCouncils/SpeechLanguagePathology/Default.aspx
- Compact source
- https://aslpcompact.com/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $78. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (February 28).
Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing FAQ
How much does a Wisconsin SLP license cost?
$78 initial. $78 biennial renewal.
Is Wisconsin part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes.
Does Wisconsin allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes.
Does Wisconsin have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Wisconsin participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Wisconsin without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Wisconsin?
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 Wisconsin while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.