Washington Speech-Language Pathologist License Reciprocity & How to Apply

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

Last verified 2026-02-25 Official board Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee fast tier
Compact State Decision point for travel-ready licensing

Your Speech-Language Pathologist License May Already Cover Washington

Washington participates in the ASLP-IC. If your home state and credential qualify for compact privilege, you may be able to work in Washington 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 $175 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 Washington.

  1. Earn a Master's Degree in SLP

    From a CAA-accredited program.

  2. Pass the Praxis Examination

    Test code 5331, score 162.

  3. Complete Clinical Fellowship

    36 weeks supervised clinical practice.

  4. Submit Application to DOH

    Submit with fees to Washington DOH.

Quick Facts

Total fee
$175
Processing time
2 to 4 weeks
Renewal fee
$100
Renewal cycle
Every year (birthday)

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: Washington State Patrol and FBI background check.

Board Contact

Board
Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee
Department
Washington Department of Health (DOH)
Phone
(360) 236-4700
Email
hpqa.csc@doh.wa.gov
Visit Official Board Portal

Renewal

Renewal fee is $100. Renewal cycle: Every year (birthday).

Washington Speech-Language Pathologist Reciprocity FAQ

How much does a Washington SLP license cost?

$175 initial. $100 annual renewal (Washington uses annual renewal on your birthday).

Is Washington part of the ASLP Interstate Compact?

Yes.

Does Washington allow telepractice for SLPs?

Yes.

Does Washington have reciprocity for speech-language pathologists?

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

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

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 Washington while my endorsement application is processing?

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

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