Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Kentucky
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $120
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Renewal Costs $100
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CE Requirements 30 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Kentucky, you'll be working with the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology. You will submit your application through the eServices Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the eServices Portal and create a new user account. This is the hub where you will submit your application and track its status. Once logged in, select the application for "Speech-Language Pathologist."
- Request Official Documents: You cannot upload these yourself! Contact your university to send your official transcripts directly to the Board. Similarly, log in to your ETS account and request that your Praxis scores be sent directly to Kentucky.
- Complete the Background Check: Kentucky uses IdentoGO for fingerprinting. You will likely need a specific "Service Code" found within the application instructions or on the Board's website to register. If you are out of state, you can usually register to mail in a fingerprint card (Hard Card scan) through the IdentoGO system.
- Hit Submit: Complete the online application forms, pay the application fee, and upload any required personal documents (like your driver's license).
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A digital copy of your Driver's License, your Social Security Number, and your employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from the school), Praxis Scores (sent directly from ETS), and License Verification from any other states where you hold a license (often via VeriDoc or the state board).
- Exams: While there isn't a separate jurisprudence exam to schedule, you are expected to be familiar with the state laws. Review the "Laws & Regulations Booklet" available on the Board's website.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Kentucky:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $20 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $120
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Kentucky Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by January 31.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: While there is a grace period until March 2, utilizing it increases your fee—renew by the January deadline to avoid the penalty.
CE Requirements
30 Continuing Education Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: January 31st of odd-numbered years (e.g., 2027, 2029).
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can complete all 30 hours online! However, the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (KBSLPA) mandates that online coursework cannot exceed 10 hours per day.
Provider Restrictions: The Board accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted as they maintain ASHA accreditation. If you are dual-licensed in SLP and Audiology, you must complete 50 Continuing Education Hours total, with hours in both areas of licensure.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics (2 hours)
- Jurisprudence: No specific law exam or quiz is required for renewal, but the 2-hour Ethics requirement is strictly enforced.
Excluded Topics: CPR, business meetings, marketing, or preventive medicine.
New Licensee Rule: For newly licensed travelers or new graduates, continuing education requirements for the first renewal are waived.
Reporting: Kentucky utilizes a self-reporting system during the renewal process via the eServices portal. While you do not typically submit certificates upfront, the Board conducts random audits; you should maintain your records for at least three years following the renewal period to ensure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs are verifiable.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology:
- Address: 911 Leawood Dr Frankfort, KY 40601
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (502) 782-8801
- Email: SLPA@ky.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 Kentucky, you'll be working with the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology. You will submit your application through the eServices Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the eServices Portal and create a new user account. This is the hub where you will submit your application and track its status. Once logged in, select the application for "Speech-Language Pathologist."
- Request Official Documents: You cannot upload these yourself! Contact your university to send your official transcripts directly to the Board. Similarly, log in to your ETS account and request that your Praxis scores be sent directly to Kentucky.
- Complete the Background Check: Kentucky uses IdentoGO for fingerprinting. You will likely need a specific "Service Code" found within the application instructions or on the Board's website to register. If you are out of state, you can usually register to mail in a fingerprint card (Hard Card scan) through the IdentoGO system.
- Hit Submit: Complete the online application forms, pay the application fee, and upload any required personal documents (like your driver's license).
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A digital copy of your Driver's License, your Social Security Number, and your employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from the school), Praxis Scores (sent directly from ETS), and License Verification from any other states where you hold a license (often via VeriDoc or the state board).
- Exams: While there isn't a separate jurisprudence exam to schedule, you are expected to be familiar with the state laws. Review the "Laws & Regulations Booklet" available on the Board's website.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Kentucky:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $20 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $120
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Kentucky Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by January 31.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: While there is a grace period until March 2, utilizing it increases your fee—renew by the January deadline to avoid the penalty.
CE Requirements
30 Continuing Education Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: January 31st of odd-numbered years (e.g., 2027, 2029).
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can complete all 30 hours online! However, the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (KBSLPA) mandates that online coursework cannot exceed 10 hours per day.
Provider Restrictions: The Board accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. General portals like MedBridge are widely accepted as they maintain ASHA accreditation. If you are dual-licensed in SLP and Audiology, you must complete 50 Continuing Education Hours total, with hours in both areas of licensure.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics (2 hours)
- Jurisprudence: No specific law exam or quiz is required for renewal, but the 2-hour Ethics requirement is strictly enforced.
Excluded Topics: CPR, business meetings, marketing, or preventive medicine.
New Licensee Rule: For newly licensed travelers or new graduates, continuing education requirements for the first renewal are waived.
Reporting: Kentucky utilizes a self-reporting system during the renewal process via the eServices portal. While you do not typically submit certificates upfront, the Board conducts random audits; you should maintain your records for at least three years following the renewal period to ensure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs are verifiable.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Kentucky Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology:
- Address: 911 Leawood Dr Frankfort, KY 40601
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (502) 782-8801
- Email: SLPA@ky.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.