Compact State
Decision point for travel-ready licensing
Your Speech-Language Pathologist License May Already Cover Colorado
Colorado participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and credential qualify for compact privilege, you may be able to work in Colorado 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 Colorado.
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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 (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 DORA
Submit application with $120 fee through DORA online portal.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $120
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $75
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
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 via CBI.
Board Contact
- Board
- Division of Professions and Occupations — Speech-Language Pathology
- Department
- Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)
- Phone
- (303) 894-7800
- dora_dpo_licensing@state.co.us
Renewal
Renewal fee is $75. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Colorado Speech-Language Pathologist Reciprocity FAQ
How much does a Colorado SLP license cost?
The initial application and license fee is $120. Biennial renewal is $75.
Is Colorado part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes. Colorado has enacted ASLP-IC legislation.
Does Colorado allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes. Colorado permits telepractice for licensed SLPs and compact privilege holders.
Does Colorado have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Colorado participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Colorado without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Colorado?
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 Colorado while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.