Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Michigan
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $164
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Renewal Costs $165
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CE Requirements 20 Units
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Michigan, you'll be working with the Michigan Board of Speech-Language Pathology. You will submit your application through the MiPLUS (Michigan Professional Licensing User System). Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Hit Submit on MiPLUS: Head over to the MiPLUS portal to create an account and submit your application. This is the "front door" for your license, so get this done first to generate your customer ID number, which you'll need for other steps.
- Schedule Your Fingerprints: Once you've applied, you will receive instructions and a specific code to schedule your fingerprinting. Michigan uses IdentoGO for this process. You cannot schedule this appointment until you have your specific application ID from the state.
- Complete Mandatory Training: Michigan has two specific educational requirements that catch many travelers off guard. You must complete Human Trafficking training (one-time requirement) and Implicit Bias training (2 hours for initial licensure). These can often be done online through approved CE providers.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request your official transcripts be sent directly from your university to the Board. Additionally, contact ETS to have your Praxis Series II scores sent directly to Michigan. If you hold a license in another state, you'll need to request verification from that state's board as well.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Driver's License, Social Security Number, and a detailed employment history for the last 5 years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from the school), Praxis Series II scores (sent from ETS), and License Verifications from any other states where you hold a license.
- Exams & Training: While there is no separate jurisprudence exam, you must complete the Human Trafficking and Implicit Bias training modules before your license can be issued.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Michigan:
- Application Fee: $102
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $62 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $164
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Michigan Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens every 2 years and is due by the anniversary of your license issue date.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $165.
Note: You have a 60-day grace period to renew after your license expires, but you will be charged a late fee!
CE Requirements
20 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) credits required every 2 years.
Deadline: Every 2 years by the date of initial license issuance.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can complete all 20 credits online! Michigan has no limit on home-study or asynchronous learning for Category 1 activities.
Provider Restrictions: Credits must be earned through board-approved sponsors. Michigan automatically accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. General portals like MedBridge are accepted and widely used to satisfy Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs.
Mandatory Topics
- Pain and Symptom Management: (1 credit)
- Implicit Bias Training: (2 hours total; 1 hour required for each year of the license cycle)
- Human Trafficking Training: (One-time requirement; verify this was completed during initial licensure or your first renewal)
Excluded Topics: Credits are not granted for CPR, first aid, office management, billing, or marketing courses.
New Licensee Rule: If you have been licensed for less than 24 months at the time of your first renewal, the 20 CPD credit requirement is waived.
Reporting: Michigan uses an audit-based system. You do not need to report credits to a central database unless selected for an audit. Maintain your certificates and records for at least 4 years following the renewal.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Board of Audiology Board of Speech-Language Pathology Hearing Aid Dealer Regulation:
- Address: PO Box 30670 Lansing, MI 48909
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (517) 373-8068
- Email: BPLHelp@michigan.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 Michigan, you'll be working with the Michigan Board of Speech-Language Pathology. You will submit your application through the MiPLUS (Michigan Professional Licensing User System). Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Hit Submit on MiPLUS: Head over to the MiPLUS portal to create an account and submit your application. This is the "front door" for your license, so get this done first to generate your customer ID number, which you'll need for other steps.
- Schedule Your Fingerprints: Once you've applied, you will receive instructions and a specific code to schedule your fingerprinting. Michigan uses IdentoGO for this process. You cannot schedule this appointment until you have your specific application ID from the state.
- Complete Mandatory Training: Michigan has two specific educational requirements that catch many travelers off guard. You must complete Human Trafficking training (one-time requirement) and Implicit Bias training (2 hours for initial licensure). These can often be done online through approved CE providers.
- Verify Your Credentials: Request your official transcripts be sent directly from your university to the Board. Additionally, contact ETS to have your Praxis Series II scores sent directly to Michigan. If you hold a license in another state, you'll need to request verification from that state's board as well.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Driver's License, Social Security Number, and a detailed employment history for the last 5 years.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from the school), Praxis Series II scores (sent from ETS), and License Verifications from any other states where you hold a license.
- Exams & Training: While there is no separate jurisprudence exam, you must complete the Human Trafficking and Implicit Bias training modules before your license can be issued.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Michigan:
- Application Fee: $102
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $62 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $164
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Michigan Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens every 2 years and is due by the anniversary of your license issue date.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $165.
Note: You have a 60-day grace period to renew after your license expires, but you will be charged a late fee!
CE Requirements
20 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) credits required every 2 years.
Deadline: Every 2 years by the date of initial license issuance.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist pros: you can complete all 20 credits online! Michigan has no limit on home-study or asynchronous learning for Category 1 activities.
Provider Restrictions: Credits must be earned through board-approved sponsors. Michigan automatically accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. General portals like MedBridge are accepted and widely used to satisfy Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs.
Mandatory Topics
- Pain and Symptom Management: (1 credit)
- Implicit Bias Training: (2 hours total; 1 hour required for each year of the license cycle)
- Human Trafficking Training: (One-time requirement; verify this was completed during initial licensure or your first renewal)
Excluded Topics: Credits are not granted for CPR, first aid, office management, billing, or marketing courses.
New Licensee Rule: If you have been licensed for less than 24 months at the time of your first renewal, the 20 CPD credit requirement is waived.
Reporting: Michigan uses an audit-based system. You do not need to report credits to a central database unless selected for an audit. Maintain your certificates and records for at least 4 years following the renewal.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Board of Audiology Board of Speech-Language Pathology Hearing Aid Dealer Regulation:
- Address: PO Box 30670 Lansing, MI 48909
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (517) 373-8068
- Email: BPLHelp@michigan.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.