Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Ohio
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $260
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Renewal Costs $120
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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 Ohio, you'll be working with the Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board. You will submit your application through the eLicense Ohio portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the eLicense Ohio portal to create your user profile. This is the central hub where you will submit your application and track its status.
- Complete the Background Check: Ohio requires both a BCI (state) and FBI (federal) criminal records check. If you are currently in Ohio, you can use a "WebCheck" vendor like FastFingerprints. If you are out-of-state, you must download the specific "Out-of-State" instructions from the Board's website, which typically involves mailing fingerprint cards directly to the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). Do not send fingerprint cards to the Board.
- Submit Your Application: Log back into the eLicense portal and complete the application for "Speech-Language Pathologist." You will need to upload any required documents and pay the application fee here.
- Request Official Documents: Contact your university to send your official transcripts directly to the Board (email is often preferred if available, or mail). Additionally, request your Praxis score report from ETS to be sent to the Ohio Board.
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.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school) and your Praxis Series II scores (sent directly from ETS).
- Exams: You must have passed the Praxis II exam. There is no separate state jurisprudence exam for SLPs in Ohio, but you will attest to reading the laws and rules on the application.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Ohio:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $260
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Ohio Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens every two years and is due by December 31st of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $120.
Note: Watch out—late renewals incur a penalty fee equal to the cost of the renewal itself immediately after the deadline!
CE Requirements
20 Clock Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for those managing Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Ohio allows all 20 hours to be completed via online, self-study formats.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be provided by ASHA-approved providers, the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), or the Ohio Board. Popular portals like MedBridge are accepted as they are ASHA-approved providers.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics: (2 clock hours)
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic life support, business management, marketing, financial planning, and office/practice operations.
New Licensee Rule: If your license was issued less than 12 months before the renewal deadline, your CE requirements are waived for the first cycle. If issued between 12 and 24 months prior, you are only required to complete 10 clock hours.
Reporting: Ohio uses an audit-based system. While you do not need to submit certificates unless audited, the Board utilizes CE Broker for tracking, and you must maintain 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 Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology:
- Address: 77 South High St, Suite 1659 Columbus, OH 43215-6108
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (614) 466-3145
- Fax: (614) 752-8406
- Email: board@shp.ohio.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 Ohio, you'll be working with the Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board. You will submit your application through the eLicense Ohio portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to avoid delays.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Create Your Account: Head over to the eLicense Ohio portal to create your user profile. This is the central hub where you will submit your application and track its status.
- Complete the Background Check: Ohio requires both a BCI (state) and FBI (federal) criminal records check. If you are currently in Ohio, you can use a "WebCheck" vendor like FastFingerprints. If you are out-of-state, you must download the specific "Out-of-State" instructions from the Board's website, which typically involves mailing fingerprint cards directly to the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). Do not send fingerprint cards to the Board.
- Submit Your Application: Log back into the eLicense portal and complete the application for "Speech-Language Pathologist." You will need to upload any required documents and pay the application fee here.
- Request Official Documents: Contact your university to send your official transcripts directly to the Board (email is often preferred if available, or mail). Additionally, request your Praxis score report from ETS to be sent to the Ohio Board.
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.
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent directly from your school) and your Praxis Series II scores (sent directly from ETS).
- Exams: You must have passed the Praxis II exam. There is no separate state jurisprudence exam for SLPs in Ohio, but you will attest to reading the laws and rules on the application.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Ohio:
- Application Fee: $200
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $60 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $260
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Ohio Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens every two years and is due by December 31st of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $120.
Note: Watch out—late renewals incur a penalty fee equal to the cost of the renewal itself immediately after the deadline!
CE Requirements
20 Clock Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: December 31st of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for those managing Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Ohio allows all 20 hours to be completed via online, self-study formats.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be provided by ASHA-approved providers, the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), or the Ohio Board. Popular portals like MedBridge are accepted as they are ASHA-approved providers.
Mandatory Topics
- Ethics: (2 clock hours)
Excluded Topics: CPR, basic life support, business management, marketing, financial planning, and office/practice operations.
New Licensee Rule: If your license was issued less than 12 months before the renewal deadline, your CE requirements are waived for the first cycle. If issued between 12 and 24 months prior, you are only required to complete 10 clock hours.
Reporting: Ohio uses an audit-based system. While you do not need to submit certificates unless audited, the Board utilizes CE Broker for tracking, and you must maintain 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 Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology:
- Address: 77 South High St, Suite 1659 Columbus, OH 43215-6108
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (614) 466-3145
- Fax: (614) 752-8406
- Email: board@shp.ohio.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.