Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Mississippi
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $250
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Renewal Costs $100
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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 Mississippi, you'll be working with the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH). You will submit your application through their Online Licensure System. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Submit Your Application: Head over to the MSDH online portal to create an account and start your application. This is where you'll enter your personal details and employment history. Hit submit once you've filled out all the required fields.
- Complete the Background Check: You will need to undergo a criminal history background check. This typically involves submitting fingerprints. If you are out of state, you may need to request fingerprint cards. Follow the specific instructions provided within the application portal or on the MSDH website to ensure you use the correct codes and vendor.
- Request Official Transcripts: Contact your university registrar to send your official transcripts directly to the MSDH Professional Licensure Division. These must come directly from the source; do not send them yourself.
- Submit Praxis Scores: Log in to your ETS account and request that your Praxis score report be sent directly to the Mississippi State Department of Health.
- Verify Existing Licenses: If you hold or have held licenses in other states, you must request official verification from each state board. Most states use VeriDoc, but check with each specific board for their process.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid driver's license or government ID, your social security number, and a detailed employment history.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), Praxis scores (sent from ETS), and License Verifications (from other states).
- Exams: You must have passed the Praxis exam. There is generally no separate jurisprudence exam for SLPs in Mississippi.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Mississippi:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $50 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0 (if the board charges to verify other licenses)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $250
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Mississippi Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by June 30th of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: Ensure you complete your 20 hours of continuing education within the two-year cycle, as licenses not renewed by the deadline will lapse and require a reinstatement process.
CE Requirements
20 Clock Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: June 30th of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Mississippi currently has no limit on distance learning. You can complete all 20 hours through online, self-study, or recorded webinars.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of speech-language pathology. Mississippi automatically accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. General portals like MedBridge are widely used and accepted as long as the specific course is ASHA-approved. Note: 1.0 ASHA CEU is equivalent to 10 Clock Hours.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
- Jurisprudence: No recurring law or ethics exam is required for standard biennial renewal.
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, business management, marketing, and general interest topics not directly related to the clinical scope of practice.
New Licensee Rule: If you have been licensed for less than one year of the two-year cycle, only 10 Clock Hours are required. If you have been licensed for less than six months of the cycle, the requirement is waived for your first renewal.
Reporting: Mississippi uses an Audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates unless you are selected for a random audit. Keep your records and certificates on file for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Mississippi State Department of Health:
- Address: PO Box 1700 Jackson, MS 39215-1700
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (601) 364-7360
- Email: MSDHProfLicensure@msdh.ms.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 Mississippi, you'll be working with the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH). You will submit your application through their Online Licensure System. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Submit Your Application: Head over to the MSDH online portal to create an account and start your application. This is where you'll enter your personal details and employment history. Hit submit once you've filled out all the required fields.
- Complete the Background Check: You will need to undergo a criminal history background check. This typically involves submitting fingerprints. If you are out of state, you may need to request fingerprint cards. Follow the specific instructions provided within the application portal or on the MSDH website to ensure you use the correct codes and vendor.
- Request Official Transcripts: Contact your university registrar to send your official transcripts directly to the MSDH Professional Licensure Division. These must come directly from the source; do not send them yourself.
- Submit Praxis Scores: Log in to your ETS account and request that your Praxis score report be sent directly to the Mississippi State Department of Health.
- Verify Existing Licenses: If you hold or have held licenses in other states, you must request official verification from each state board. Most states use VeriDoc, but check with each specific board for their process.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A valid driver's license or government ID, your social security number, and a detailed employment history.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school), Praxis scores (sent from ETS), and License Verifications (from other states).
- Exams: You must have passed the Praxis exam. There is generally no separate jurisprudence exam for SLPs in Mississippi.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Mississippi:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $50 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0 (if the board charges to verify other licenses)
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $250
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Mississippi Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by June 30th of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $100.
Note: Ensure you complete your 20 hours of continuing education within the two-year cycle, as licenses not renewed by the deadline will lapse and require a reinstatement process.
CE Requirements
20 Clock Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: June 30th of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Mississippi currently has no limit on distance learning. You can complete all 20 hours through online, self-study, or recorded webinars.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be relevant to the practice of speech-language pathology. Mississippi automatically accepts courses from ASHA-approved providers. General portals like MedBridge are widely used and accepted as long as the specific course is ASHA-approved. Note: 1.0 ASHA CEU is equivalent to 10 Clock Hours.
Mandatory Topics
- No specific mandatory topics—choose what interests you!
- Jurisprudence: No recurring law or ethics exam is required for standard biennial renewal.
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic first aid, business management, marketing, and general interest topics not directly related to the clinical scope of practice.
New Licensee Rule: If you have been licensed for less than one year of the two-year cycle, only 10 Clock Hours are required. If you have been licensed for less than six months of the cycle, the requirement is waived for your first renewal.
Reporting: Mississippi uses an Audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates unless you are selected for a random audit. Keep your records and certificates on file for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Mississippi State Department of Health:
- Address: PO Box 1700 Jackson, MS 39215-1700
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (601) 364-7360
- Email: MSDHProfLicensure@msdh.ms.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.