Compact State
Decision point for travel-ready licensing
Your Speech-Language Pathologist License May Already Cover Missouri
Missouri participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and credential qualify for compact privilege, you may be able to work in Missouri 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 Missouri.
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Earn a Master's Degree in SLP
Complete a master's degree from a CAA-accredited program.
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Pass the Praxis Examination
Achieve a passing score on Praxis (test code 5331, score 162).
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Complete Clinical Fellowship
Complete 36 weeks of supervised clinical practice (1,260 hours).
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Submit Application
Submit application with $75 fee to the Division of Professional Registration.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $75
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 weeks
- Renewal fee
- $60
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
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
- Advisory Commission for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
- Department
- Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Phone
- (573) 751-0240
- speechaud@pr.mo.gov
Renewal
Renewal fee is $60. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Missouri Speech-Language Pathologist Reciprocity FAQ
How much does a Missouri SLP license cost?
$75 initial. $60 biennial renewal.
Is Missouri part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?
Yes.
Does Missouri allow telepractice for SLPs?
Yes.
Does Missouri have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?
Yes. Missouri participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and license qualify for compact privilege, you can typically practice in Missouri without a separate endorsement application.
How long does it take to transfer my speech-language pathologist license to Missouri?
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 Missouri while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.