Virginia Speech-Language Pathologist Licensing Guide

Virginia SLP License Overview

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

Virginia has enacted ASLP-IC legislation but is NOT yet issuing or accepting compact privileges. As of early 2026, only Louisiana, Ohio, and West Virginia are operational on CompactConnect. Virginia SLP travelers must obtain a Virginia license by endorsement (or full application); compact privilege is not an available pathway in Virginia at this time.

How to Get a Virginia SLP License by Endorsement

Virginia 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 $135 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Virginia 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 Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology website for status updates on your application.

Virginia SLP License Fees

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

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Virginia Temporary SLP License

Virginia offers a temporary authorization to practice valid for 90 days, allowing Speech-Language Pathologists to begin practicing while their permanent endorsement application is being processed. For travelers, this is often the fastest path to starting an assignment.

Eligibility requirements:

• Your employer must be a licensed hospital, nursing home, assisted living facility, dialysis facility, the Virginia Department of Health or a local health department that has contracted with you or offered you a job
• You hold an active, unencumbered license in another state or the District of Columbia, which your employer verifies
• Your employer or contractor obtains a report from the National Practitioner Data Bank if you are subject to reporting

Issuance timeline:

• Before your first day, your employer notifies the board that you are employed or under contract and will practice under the temporary authorization
• If you have applied for your Virginia license, the board must expedite it while you practice under the authorization

Denial risks:

• Your employer or contractor cannot verify that you hold an active and unencumbered license in another state or the District of Columbia

Important for travelers: If your Virginia license is still pending after 90 days, the authorization can be extended once, for 60 more days, when your employer notifies the board. While you practice under the temporary authorization you are subject to Virginia's laws and regulations and to disciplinary action by the board.

Virginia SLP License Processing Time

Virginia Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement applications typically take 21 business days to process.

Common sources of delay:

• Board processes applications in batches; applications submitted after monthly cutoff wait 4-6 weeks for next review cycle
• Background check processing varies by Virginia state bureau timing; delays common if fingerprints require resubmission
• License verification from compact member states via ASHA can add 1-2 weeks if ASHA verification queue is slow

Virginia offers an expedited processing option: the board must expedite your application while you practice under the 90-day temporary authorization.

Virginia SLP Continuing Education

Virginia requires 10 contact hours of continuing education every year 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

Virginia SLP License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every year, expiring by June 30 each year (lapse begins July 1; one-year late-renewal window with $25 late fee, then reinstatement required) — $75
• Late penalty: $25 late fee, and lapsed license may be renewed within one year of expiration with renewal fee + late fee + CE attestation

Virginia Licensing Board and Resources

Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

Board Website · Application Portal · License Verification

Phone: (804) 367-4400

Email: [email protected]