Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Alabama
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Timeline 9 weeks or more
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Initial Costs $338
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Renewal Costs $100
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CE Requirements 12 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Alabama, you'll be working with the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA). Unlike many other states with fully digital systems, Alabama primarily uses a paper-based process for new applicants, so you will download your application materials from the Applications/Forms page. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check (if requested on the form) and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Download the Application: Head over to the Board's forms page and download the "Licensure Application" PDF. This is a physical document you will need to print, fill out, and have notarized. Since this is a mail-in process, double-check that every field is legible and complete before you hit submit via the post office.
- Request Verifications: If you hold your Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP), you can streamline the process. Request an official verification letter from ASHA to be sent directly to the Board. This often serves as proof of your clinical fellowship and exam scores, saving you from tracking down old practicum logs.
- Submit Your Packet: Gather your notarized application, the application fee (check or money order), and any other required attachments. Mail the complete packet to the Board's office in Montgomery. I highly suggest using a trackable shipping method so you know exactly when it arrives.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License or government ID, your social security number, and your employment history for the application form.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your university), Praxis Exam scores (sent directly from ETS), and ASHA Verification of Certification (if applying by reciprocity/endorsement).
- Exams: Alabama does not currently require a separate Jurisprudence Exam for SLPs, but you must have passed the national Praxis exam.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Alabama:
- Application Fee: $300
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $38 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $338
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Alabama Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens annually and is due by December 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: Although late fees do not begin until February 1st, you are prohibited from practicing after December 31st if you have not renewed.
CE Requirements
12 Clock Hours required every year.
Deadline: December 31st annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can complete all 12 hours online! Alabama allows 100% of your hours to be obtained through self-study or pre-recorded webinars, provided they are from approved providers.
Provider Restrictions: The Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. This makes MedBridge a convenient and accepted option for your Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs.
Mandatory Topics
- Content Area I: Clinical Competency (10 Clock Hours): These must directly relate to the professional competency of speech-language pathology.
- Ethics (1 Clock Hour): At least one of your Content Area I hours must be dedicated to professional ethics.
- Content Area II: Related Topics (Maximum 2 Clock Hours): You may take up to 2 hours in related areas such as business management or administration.
Excluded Topics: Hours earned for CPR, basic life support (BLS), marketing, or general office management (beyond the 2-hour Content Area II limit) are strictly excluded and do not count toward your renewal.
New Licensee Rule: If you are newly licensed in Alabama, your requirements are prorated at 1 clock hour for every month you are registered during your first year (up to 10 hours). If your license is issued between October 1st and December 31st, you are exempt from CE requirements for that first December deadline.
Reporting: Alabama uses an audit-based system. You will attest to your completed hours during your annual online renewal. You are not required to submit certificates unless you are selected for a random audit (typically 25% of licensees); keep your records for at least 3 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology:
- Address: 400 South Union St, Suite 435 P.O. Box 304760 Montgomery, AL 36130-4760
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (334) 269-1434
- Fax: (334) 834-9618
- Email: abespa@abespa.alabama.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 Alabama, you'll be working with the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA). Unlike many other states with fully digital systems, Alabama primarily uses a paper-based process for new applicants, so you will download your application materials from the Applications/Forms page. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check (if requested on the form) and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Download the Application: Head over to the Board's forms page and download the "Licensure Application" PDF. This is a physical document you will need to print, fill out, and have notarized. Since this is a mail-in process, double-check that every field is legible and complete before you hit submit via the post office.
- Request Verifications: If you hold your Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP), you can streamline the process. Request an official verification letter from ASHA to be sent directly to the Board. This often serves as proof of your clinical fellowship and exam scores, saving you from tracking down old practicum logs.
- Submit Your Packet: Gather your notarized application, the application fee (check or money order), and any other required attachments. Mail the complete packet to the Board's office in Montgomery. I highly suggest using a trackable shipping method so you know exactly when it arrives.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid Driver's License or government ID, your social security number, and your employment history for the application form.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (must be sent directly from your university), Praxis Exam scores (sent directly from ETS), and ASHA Verification of Certification (if applying by reciprocity/endorsement).
- Exams: Alabama does not currently require a separate Jurisprudence Exam for SLPs, but you must have passed the national Praxis exam.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Alabama:
- Application Fee: $300
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $38 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $338
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Alabama Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens annually and is due by December 31st.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: Although late fees do not begin until February 1st, you are prohibited from practicing after December 31st if you have not renewed.
CE Requirements
12 Clock Hours required every year.
Deadline: December 31st annually.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can complete all 12 hours online! Alabama allows 100% of your hours to be obtained through self-study or pre-recorded webinars, provided they are from approved providers.
Provider Restrictions: The Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. This makes MedBridge a convenient and accepted option for your Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs.
Mandatory Topics
- Content Area I: Clinical Competency (10 Clock Hours): These must directly relate to the professional competency of speech-language pathology.
- Ethics (1 Clock Hour): At least one of your Content Area I hours must be dedicated to professional ethics.
- Content Area II: Related Topics (Maximum 2 Clock Hours): You may take up to 2 hours in related areas such as business management or administration.
Excluded Topics: Hours earned for CPR, basic life support (BLS), marketing, or general office management (beyond the 2-hour Content Area II limit) are strictly excluded and do not count toward your renewal.
New Licensee Rule: If you are newly licensed in Alabama, your requirements are prorated at 1 clock hour for every month you are registered during your first year (up to 10 hours). If your license is issued between October 1st and December 31st, you are exempt from CE requirements for that first December deadline.
Reporting: Alabama uses an audit-based system. You will attest to your completed hours during your annual online renewal. You are not required to submit certificates unless you are selected for a random audit (typically 25% of licensees); keep your records for at least 3 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology:
- Address: 400 South Union St, Suite 435 P.O. Box 304760 Montgomery, AL 36130-4760
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (334) 269-1434
- Fax: (334) 834-9618
- Email: abespa@abespa.alabama.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.