Texas Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing Guide

Texas SLP License Overview

Texas is NOT an ASLP-IC member state. All Speech-Language Pathologists practicing in Texas must hold a Texas-issued SLP license from TDLR. There is no compact privilege option; out-of-state SLPs must complete the full Texas application (PRAXIS + Texas Jurisprudence Exam + fingerprinting).

How to Get a Texas SLP License by Endorsement

Texas 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 $150 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Texas 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 ASHA or direct board verification. Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Confirm the current fingerprinting and background check steps with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Advisory Board. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Advisory Board website for status updates on your application.

Texas SLP License Fees

Renewal: from our records; confirm with the board.

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Texas Temporary SLP License

We have not found a temporary license option on the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Advisory Board's site. Confirm with the board before planning a start date.

Texas SLP License Processing Time

Texas Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement applications typically take 4-6 weeks to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 4 weeks for endorsement if verification and jurisprudence exam completed before application submission.

Common sources of delay:

• Texas board processes applications sequentially rather than in batches; applications submitted mid-cycle may wait up to 6 weeks for next review window
• Jurisprudence exam must be completed before board review begins; test scheduling delays at the state testing vendor (ESS Learning) can add 1-2 weeks
• ASHA or direct state verification from applicant's original state can be slow if that state's board is backlogged; recommend initiating verification immediately upon endorsement application submission
• Background check processing through state-specific channels (fingerprinting via IdentoGO) adds 1-2 weeks if not already completed

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Advisory Board's 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.

Texas SLP Continuing Education

Texas requires 20 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years for Speech-Language Pathologist license renewal.

Texas SLP License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every 2 years — $100
• Renewal timing: From date of issuance.
• Renewal window: Eligible for renewal 60 days prior to expiration; expiration notice sent 30 days prior to expiration date.
• Late penalty: Expired ≤90 days: 1.5x renewal fee. Expired 90 days to 18 months: 2x renewal fee. Expired 18 months to 3 years: 2x renewal fee plus executive director approval. No grace period — cannot practice on an expired license

Texas Licensing Board and Resources

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) — Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Advisory Board

Board Website · Application Portal · License Verification

Phone: (512) 463-6599