Compact State
Decision point for travel-ready licensing
Your Speech-Language Pathologist License May Already Cover Arkansas
Arkansas participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and credential qualify for compact privilege, you may be able to work in Arkansas without filing a separate endorsement application.
Fallback path: if your home state is outside the compact or your privilege is not active, use the endorsement flow below.
Endorsement Application Steps
Work through these in order. This sequence is the fastest way to move from out-of-state license to a board-cleared application in Arkansas.
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Earn a Master's Degree in SLP
Complete a master's degree from a CAA-accredited speech-language pathology program.
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Pass the Praxis Examination
Achieve a passing score on the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology (test code 5331, score 162).
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Complete Clinical Fellowship
Complete 36 weeks of full-time supervised clinical practice (1,260 hours).
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Submit Application to the Board
Submit application with $75 fee plus $25 license fee. Include transcripts, Praxis scores, and CF verification.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $100
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $75
- Renewal cycle
- Every year
Required Documents
- Official graduate transcripts: From a CAA-accredited program.
- Praxis exam score report: Score of 162 or higher on test 5331.
- Clinical Fellowship verification: CF completion documentation.
- Background check: Criminal background check as required.
Board Contact
- Board
- Arkansas Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
- Department
- ABESPA
- Phone
- (501) 682-9180
- abespa@arkansas.gov
Renewal
Renewal fee is $75. Renewal cycle: Every year.
Arkansas Speech-Language Pathologist Reciprocity FAQ
How much does an Arkansas SLP license cost?
The total initial cost is approximately $100. Annual renewal is $75. Note that Arkansas requires annual rather than biennial renewal.
Is Arkansas part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Arkansas has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Arkansas allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Arkansas permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Arkansas have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Arkansas participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Arkansas without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Arkansas?
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 Arkansas while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.