Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Montana
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Timeline 9 weeks or more
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Initial Costs $185
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Renewal Costs $85
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CE Requirements 10 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Montana, you'll be working with the Montana Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. You will submit your application through the state's online system, the Citizen Portal. Before you start, I recommend gathering your personal documents and preparing to request your official records.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get the Ball Rolling: Head over to the Citizen Portal to create an account and start your application. This is where you'll enter your personal info and employment history. Hit submit on the application first, as this often triggers the specific instructions you'll need for the next steps.
- The Jurisprudence Exam: Montana requires you to pass a jurisprudence exam covering state statutes and rules. Don't stress—this is an open-book exam that is now typically completed online as part of the application process. You can access the study materials directly on the Board's website.
- Background Check: You will need to submit fingerprints for a criminal background check. Once you apply, the Board will provide specific instructions (often mailing you a specific fingerprint card or providing the ORI code). You'll typically take this card to a local law enforcement agency to get printed, then mail it back to the Board or the Department of Justice as instructed.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request your official transcripts and exam scores immediately. These must come directly from the source (your university and ETS), not from you. If you hold licenses in other states, you'll also need to request verification from those boards.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License or ID, your Social Security Number, and a detailed employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your university), Praxis Exam scores (sent via ETS), and Verification of Licensure from any other states where you are licensed.
- Exams: You will need to pass the Montana Jurisprudence Exam (open-book/online).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Montana:
- Application Fee: $180
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $30 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $210
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Montana Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens annually and is due by January 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $85.
Note: Licenses expire on January 31st, but you can renew late for up to 45 days with an additional late fee.
CE Requirements
10 Hours required every year.
Deadline: January 31st annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can do all of these online! Montana does not currently place a limit on home-study or distance learning hours, provided they meet the board's criteria for professional growth.
Provider Restrictions: The board does not pre-approve specific courses or sponsors. However, courses from ASHA-approved providers or reputable platforms like MedBridge are generally accepted as long as the content is relevant to the scope of practice for a Travel Speech Language Pathologist.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
- Jurisprudence: While an open-book Jurisprudence exam is required for initial licensure, it is not a recurring requirement for annual renewals.
Excluded Topics: Hours earned in business management, marketing, office administration, CPR, or basic first aid are strictly excluded and do not count toward your professional requirement.
New Licensee Rule: Continuing education requirements are waived for your first renewal. You do not need to begin accruing hours until your first full year of licensure.
Reporting: Montana uses an audit-based system. You are not required to submit proof of completion during renewal, but you must maintain your certificates for at least 3 years in case you are selected for a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Montana Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists:
- Address: 301 S Park Ave, 4th Floor Helena, MT 59620
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (406) 841-2202
- Email: DLIBSDHELP@MT.GOV
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.
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How to Apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Montana, you'll be working with the Montana Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. You will submit your application through the state's online system, the Citizen Portal. Before you start, I recommend gathering your personal documents and preparing to request your official records.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get the Ball Rolling: Head over to the Citizen Portal to create an account and start your application. This is where you'll enter your personal info and employment history. Hit submit on the application first, as this often triggers the specific instructions you'll need for the next steps.
- The Jurisprudence Exam: Montana requires you to pass a jurisprudence exam covering state statutes and rules. Don't stress—this is an open-book exam that is now typically completed online as part of the application process. You can access the study materials directly on the Board's website.
- Background Check: You will need to submit fingerprints for a criminal background check. Once you apply, the Board will provide specific instructions (often mailing you a specific fingerprint card or providing the ORI code). You'll typically take this card to a local law enforcement agency to get printed, then mail it back to the Board or the Department of Justice as instructed.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request your official transcripts and exam scores immediately. These must come directly from the source (your university and ETS), not from you. If you hold licenses in other states, you'll also need to request verification from those boards.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License or ID, your Social Security Number, and a detailed employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your university), Praxis Exam scores (sent via ETS), and Verification of Licensure from any other states where you are licensed.
- Exams: You will need to pass the Montana Jurisprudence Exam (open-book/online).
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Montana:
- Application Fee: $180
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $30 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $210
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Montana Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens annually and is due by January 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $85.
Note: Licenses expire on January 31st, but you can renew late for up to 45 days with an additional late fee.
CE Requirements
10 Hours required every year.
Deadline: January 31st annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can do all of these online! Montana does not currently place a limit on home-study or distance learning hours, provided they meet the board's criteria for professional growth.
Provider Restrictions: The board does not pre-approve specific courses or sponsors. However, courses from ASHA-approved providers or reputable platforms like MedBridge are generally accepted as long as the content is relevant to the scope of practice for a Travel Speech Language Pathologist.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
- Jurisprudence: While an open-book Jurisprudence exam is required for initial licensure, it is not a recurring requirement for annual renewals.
Excluded Topics: Hours earned in business management, marketing, office administration, CPR, or basic first aid are strictly excluded and do not count toward your professional requirement.
New Licensee Rule: Continuing education requirements are waived for your first renewal. You do not need to begin accruing hours until your first full year of licensure.
Reporting: Montana uses an audit-based system. You are not required to submit proof of completion during renewal, but you must maintain your certificates for at least 3 years in case you are selected for a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Montana Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists:
- Address: 301 S Park Ave, 4th Floor Helena, MT 59620
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (406) 841-2202
- Email: DLIBSDHELP@MT.GOV
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.