Montana Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing Guide

Montana SLP License Overview

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

How to Get a Montana SLP License by Endorsement

Montana uses an online portal endorsement process for Speech-Language Pathologists already licensed in another state. You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $110 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Montana board portal
2. Request license verification from current state (via ASHA or direct) (can run concurrently)
3. Complete any state-specific requirements (background check, etc.) (can run concurrently)
4. Await board review and license issuance

License verification is handled through Direct state-to-state verification (board staff will assist with online verification portals where available); ASHA certification is not the verification mechanism for state-to-state endorsement — license verification comes from the prior state board. Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Background check: Fingerprint background check NOT currently required (Montana is pending FBI authorization to require fingerprinting for SLP/Aud). Board will notify applicants when fingerprinting becomes required. Confirm with the Board of Physical, Rehabilitative, and Developmental Health Care Professionals (formerly Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists) before you apply.

Check the Board of Physical, Rehabilitative, and Developmental Health Care Professionals (formerly Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists) website for status updates on your application.

Montana SLP License Fees

Endorsement application and renewal: from our records; confirm with the board.

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Montana Temporary SLP License

We have not found a temporary license option on the Board of Physical, Rehabilitative, and Developmental Health Care Professionals' site. Confirm with the board before planning a start date.

Montana SLP License Processing Time

Montana Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement applications typically take 2-8 weeks to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 10-14 days if all materials received complete, prior state verification obtained in parallel, and board is actively reviewing submissions.

Common sources of delay:

• Board review cycle may extend past 8 weeks if application submitted shortly before end of month; board does not appear to process all applications weekly
• Verification from current state (ASHA or direct board contact) can take 1-2 weeks depending on source state responsiveness, delaying board review start
• Missing or incomplete CE documentation from prior licensure can trigger request for clarification, adding 1-2 weeks to processing

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Board of Physical, Rehabilitative, and Developmental Health Care Professionals' 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.

Montana SLP Continuing Education

Montana requires 10 contact hours of continuing education for Speech-Language Pathologist license renewal (from our records; confirm with the board).

• First renewal: New licensees may qualify for reduced CE requirements during their first renewal cycle

Montana SLP License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every year — $110 via Montana Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology portal
• Renewal timing: Prior to February 1st.

Montana Licensing Board and Resources

Board of Physical, Rehabilitative, and Developmental Health Care Professionals (formerly Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists)

Board Website · Application Portal

Phone: (406) 444-6880

Email: [email protected]