Mississippi Speech-Language Pathologist License Reciprocity & How to Apply

Start with the only questions that matter for travelers: does your current license already cover Mississippi, what does endorsement cost, and how quickly can you get cleared to work?

Last verified 2026-02-25 Official board Mississippi State Department of Health — Speech-Language Pathology fast tier
Compact State Decision point for travel-ready licensing

Your Speech-Language Pathologist License May Already Cover Mississippi

Mississippi participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and credential qualify for compact privilege, you may be able to work in Mississippi 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 Fee $100 State-level transfer cost
Processing Time 2 to 4 weeks Best estimate from current board data
Fingerprinting Required Background screening expectation
Temporary License Available Useful if you need a faster start date
See Endorsement Steps Official Board Portal

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 Mississippi.

  1. Earn a Master's Degree in SLP

    Complete a master's degree from a CAA-accredited program.

  2. Pass the Praxis Examination

    Achieve a passing score on Praxis (test code 5331, score 162).

  3. Complete Clinical Fellowship

    Complete 36 weeks of supervised clinical practice (1,260 hours).

  4. Submit Application to MSDH

    Submit application with $100 fee.

Quick Facts

Total fee
$100
Processing time
2 to 4 weeks
Renewal fee
$50
Renewal cycle
Every year (December 31)

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
Mississippi State Department of Health — Speech-Language Pathology
Department
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)
Phone
(601) 364-1100
Email
licensure@msdh.ms.gov
Visit Official Board Portal

Renewal

Renewal fee is $50. Renewal cycle: Every year (December 31).

Mississippi Speech-Language Pathologist Reciprocity FAQ

How much does a Mississippi SLP license cost?

$100 initial. $50 annual renewal.

Is Mississippi part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?

Yes.

Does Mississippi allow telepractice for SLPs?

Yes.

Does Mississippi have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?

Yes. Mississippi participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Mississippi without a separate endorsement application.

How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Mississippi?

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 Mississippi while my endorsement application is processing?

A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.

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