Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Georgia
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $148
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Renewal Costs $60
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CE Requirements 20 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Georgia, you'll be working with the Georgia Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. You will submit your application through the Georgia Online Application Licensing System (GOALS). Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your ASHA verification to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Request ASHA Verification: Since you are likely applying via "Licensure by Certification," you need to request an official verification of your CCCs. Head over to the ASHA website and request that your verification be sent directly to the Georgia Board. This often replaces the need for transcripts and Praxis scores for this specific application type.
- Complete Your Background Check: Georgia uses the Georgia Applicant Processing Service (GAPS), administered by Fieldprint. You must register on the GAPS/Fieldprint website to schedule your fingerprinting. Do not skip this step; your application won't be processed without it.
- Submit Your Application: Log in to the GOALS portal and select "Apply for a License." Choose the "Licensure by Certification" path if you hold active ASHA CCCs. Upload your required documents (like your affidavit of citizenship) and hit submit.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A "Secure and Verifiable Document" (typically your Driver's License or Passport) and a notarized Affidavit of Citizenship.
- Items to Request: Official Verification of Certification from ASHA and verification of licensure from every state where you hold or have held a license (these must come directly from the source).
- Exams: Good news—Georgia does not currently require a Jurisprudence Exam for SLPs.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Georgia:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $48 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $148
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Georgia Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by March 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $60.
Note: Watch out—while there is a late renewal window from April 1–30, your license will lapse on May 1st if missed!
CE Requirements
20 Clock Hours required every two years.
Deadline: December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Georgia currently allows all 20 hours to be completed through online, self-study (asynchronous) formats, provided they are from approved sources.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be offered by ASHA-approved providers, the Georgia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (GSHA), or other Board-recognized organizations. Popular platforms like MedBridge are accepted as they are ASHA-approved providers.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics (2 clock hours)
- Jurisprudence: No specific law exam is required for renewal, but the 2-hour ethics requirement is mandatory every cycle.
Excluded Topics: CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), business management, office administration, and marketing courses do not count toward the requirement.
New Licensee Rule: If you receive your initial license during the first year of the biennium, you must complete 20 hours. If licensed during the second year of the biennium, you are only required to complete 10 hours for your first renewal.
Reporting: Georgia utilizes CE Broker for digital tracking. You must report your completed hours to CE Broker, as the Board uses this system for audit purposes.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Georgia Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology:
- Address: 237 Coliseum Drive Macon, Georgia 31217
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (844) 753-7825
- Email: ExamBoards-Healthcare@sos.ga.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 Georgia, you'll be working with the Georgia Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. You will submit your application through the Georgia Online Application Licensing System (GOALS). Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your ASHA verification to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Request ASHA Verification: Since you are likely applying via "Licensure by Certification," you need to request an official verification of your CCCs. Head over to the ASHA website and request that your verification be sent directly to the Georgia Board. This often replaces the need for transcripts and Praxis scores for this specific application type.
- Complete Your Background Check: Georgia uses the Georgia Applicant Processing Service (GAPS), administered by Fieldprint. You must register on the GAPS/Fieldprint website to schedule your fingerprinting. Do not skip this step; your application won't be processed without it.
- Submit Your Application: Log in to the GOALS portal and select "Apply for a License." Choose the "Licensure by Certification" path if you hold active ASHA CCCs. Upload your required documents (like your affidavit of citizenship) and hit submit.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A "Secure and Verifiable Document" (typically your Driver's License or Passport) and a notarized Affidavit of Citizenship.
- Items to Request: Official Verification of Certification from ASHA and verification of licensure from every state where you hold or have held a license (these must come directly from the source).
- Exams: Good news—Georgia does not currently require a Jurisprudence Exam for SLPs.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Georgia:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $48 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $148
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Georgia Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by March 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $60.
Note: Watch out—while there is a late renewal window from April 1–30, your license will lapse on May 1st if missed!
CE Requirements
20 Clock Hours required every two years.
Deadline: December 31st of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Georgia currently allows all 20 hours to be completed through online, self-study (asynchronous) formats, provided they are from approved sources.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be offered by ASHA-approved providers, the Georgia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (GSHA), or other Board-recognized organizations. Popular platforms like MedBridge are accepted as they are ASHA-approved providers.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics (2 clock hours)
- Jurisprudence: No specific law exam is required for renewal, but the 2-hour ethics requirement is mandatory every cycle.
Excluded Topics: CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS), business management, office administration, and marketing courses do not count toward the requirement.
New Licensee Rule: If you receive your initial license during the first year of the biennium, you must complete 20 hours. If licensed during the second year of the biennium, you are only required to complete 10 hours for your first renewal.
Reporting: Georgia utilizes CE Broker for digital tracking. You must report your completed hours to CE Broker, as the Board uses this system for audit purposes.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Georgia Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology:
- Address: 237 Coliseum Drive Macon, Georgia 31217
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (844) 753-7825
- Email: ExamBoards-Healthcare@sos.ga.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.