Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in Oregon
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Timeline 4-6 weeks
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Initial Costs $294
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Renewal Costs $200
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CE Requirements 30 Units
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in Oregon, you'll be working with the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology. You will submit your application through the Applicant Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Fingerprinted: Head over to Fieldprint Oregon to schedule your appointment. You will need to create an account and use the specific Fieldprint Code: FPBSPALicenseDAS. If prompted, the ORI # is OR026SLPA and the OCA # is SLPA.
- Request Transcripts: Request your official Master's degree transcripts to be sent directly from your university to the Board. The Board highly encourages e-transcripts sent to speechaud.board@bspa.oregon.gov. If you are mailing them, they must be in a sealed envelope.
- Submit Application: Create an account on the Applicant Portal and hit submit on your online application. You will pay your application and license fees here.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Your driver's license, social security number, and employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official verification of licensure from every state you have held a license in (must come directly from the state board), and verification of your ASHA CCCs (fax is accepted) OR your Praxis Exam Report (Recipient code #8699).
- Exams: You need to have passed the Praxis exam; there is no separate jurisprudence exam required for SLPs in Oregon.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Oregon:
- Application Fee: $250
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $44 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $294
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Oregon Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by January 30th of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $200.
Note: Ensure you complete your 30 required professional development hours before the deadline, as the board conducts random audits and does not offer a grace period for late submissions.
CE Requirements
30 PDUs required every two years (1 PDU = 1 contact hour).
Deadline: January 30th of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Oregon allows all 30 PDUs to be completed through online or home-study formats, provided they meet board criteria.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be directly related to the scope of practice for speech-language pathology. The board accepts ASHA-approved providers and courses from MedBridge.
Mandatory Topics
- Cultural Competency (2 PDUs)
Excluded Topics: CPR, first aid, business management, marketing, and routine staff meetings do not count toward your total.
New Licensee Rule: If your license was issued during the second year of the biennium, you are exempt from PDU requirements for your first renewal. If issued during the first year, you must complete 15 PDUs.
Reporting: Oregon uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates at the time of renewal, but you must maintain documentation for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology:
- Address: 800 NE Oregon St, Suite 407 Portland, OR 97232-2162
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (971) 673-0087
- Fax: (971)-673-0226
- Email: speechaud.board@oregon.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 Oregon, you'll be working with the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology. You will submit your application through the Applicant Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Fingerprinted: Head over to Fieldprint Oregon to schedule your appointment. You will need to create an account and use the specific Fieldprint Code: FPBSPALicenseDAS. If prompted, the ORI # is OR026SLPA and the OCA # is SLPA.
- Request Transcripts: Request your official Master's degree transcripts to be sent directly from your university to the Board. The Board highly encourages e-transcripts sent to speechaud.board@bspa.oregon.gov. If you are mailing them, they must be in a sealed envelope.
- Submit Application: Create an account on the Applicant Portal and hit submit on your online application. You will pay your application and license fees here.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: Your driver's license, social security number, and employment history for the application.
- Items to Request: Official verification of licensure from every state you have held a license in (must come directly from the state board), and verification of your ASHA CCCs (fax is accepted) OR your Praxis Exam Report (Recipient code #8699).
- Exams: You need to have passed the Praxis exam; there is no separate jurisprudence exam required for SLPs in Oregon.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in Oregon:
- Application Fee: $250
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $44 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $294
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: Oregon Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by January 30th of even-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $200.
Note: Ensure you complete your 30 required professional development hours before the deadline, as the board conducts random audits and does not offer a grace period for late submissions.
CE Requirements
30 PDUs required every two years (1 PDU = 1 contact hour).
Deadline: January 30th of even-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: Oregon allows all 30 PDUs to be completed through online or home-study formats, provided they meet board criteria.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be directly related to the scope of practice for speech-language pathology. The board accepts ASHA-approved providers and courses from MedBridge.
Mandatory Topics
- Cultural Competency (2 PDUs)
Excluded Topics: CPR, first aid, business management, marketing, and routine staff meetings do not count toward your total.
New Licensee Rule: If your license was issued during the second year of the biennium, you are exempt from PDU requirements for your first renewal. If issued during the first year, you must complete 15 PDUs.
Reporting: Oregon uses an audit-based system. You do not need to submit certificates at the time of renewal, but you must maintain documentation for at least 4 years.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology:
- Address: 800 NE Oregon St, Suite 407 Portland, OR 97232-2162
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (971) 673-0087
- Fax: (971)-673-0226
- Email: speechaud.board@oregon.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.