Missouri Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing Guide

Missouri SLP License Overview

Missouri has joined the ASLP-IC, but the state is not yet issuing or honoring compact privileges. Until Missouri begins processing privileges, travelers must obtain a Missouri-specific license through the endorsement process before practicing here.

Missouri has enacted the ASLP-IC compact but is NOT yet issuing or accepting compact privileges as of May 2026. Per the ASLP-IC Commission, only Louisiana, Ohio, and West Virginia are currently issuing privileges via CompactConnect. Missouri travelers cannot practice under compact privilege until Missouri onboards licensees to CompactConnect and meets compact requirements. Until then, an endorsement license is required.

How to Get a Missouri SLP License by Endorsement

How Speech-Language Pathologists already licensed in another state apply in Missouri: Online via MOPRO portal (mopro.mo.gov/license/s/) OR paper application (form 375-0434); paper application explicitly states 'Applications cannot be accepted by email or fax.' You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $25 application fee.

1. Apply online through MOPRO, or mail the paper application (form 375-0434) and fee to the Board
2. Request license verification from every state where you have held a license, sent directly from the licensing agency to the Board (can run concurrently)
3. Sign the application in front of a notary and attach a recent photograph; the Board also makes its own independent inquiries into your background (can run concurrently)
4. Await board review and license issuance

License verification is handled through verification sent directly from each licensing agency to the Board, which you request with the board's Verification of Licensure form (for states that require a Missouri form) or verbally or in writing; some agencies use a secure online verification portal. Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Confirm the current fingerprinting and background check steps with the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts website for status updates on your application.

Missouri SLP License Fees

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Missouri Temporary SLP License

We have not found a temporary license option on the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts' site. Confirm with the board before planning a start date.

Missouri SLP License Processing Time

Missouri Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement applications typically take 6-10 weeks to process. The board says to allow at least 4-6 weeks for initial processing, then another 2-4 weeks once the completed application goes to final review, and longer with deficiencies or a backlog.

Common sources of delay:

• Moral character question responses trigger extended 4-week review; answer 'yes' to any character question and expect +4 weeks beyond routine processing
• Jurisprudence exam requirement must be scheduled and passed separately; failure requires retesting and re-queuing
• Processing time varies with the Board's backlog; staff process everything in the date order received, and deficiencies in your application lengthen it

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts' site. The best way to minimize your wait time is to ensure all application components — fingerprints, verification, and any required exams — are completed before or immediately after submitting your application.

Missouri SLP Continuing Education

Missouri requires 30 contact hours of continuing education every 3 years for Speech-Language Pathologist license renewal.

Missouri SLP License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every 3 years, expiring on January 31 (triennial) — $50 via Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts portal

Missouri Licensing Board and Resources

Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts

Board Website · Application Portal

Phone: (573) 751-0098

Email: [email protected]