Speech Language Pathologist Licensure in South Carolina
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Timeline 6-9 weeks
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Initial Costs $151
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Renewal Costs $140
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CE Requirements 16 Hours
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Compact No
How to apply
To secure your Travel Speech Language Pathologist license in South Carolina, you'll be working with the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. You will submit your application through the LLR Application Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Your Documents Moving: Before you even log in, request your official transcripts from your university. These must be sent directly from the registrar to the Board (email or mail). If you hold your CCC-SLP, request a verification letter from ASHA to be sent directly to the Board as well.
- Background Check: South Carolina uses IdentoGO for fingerprinting. You will need to schedule an appointment and use the specific Service Code provided in the application instructions to ensure your results are routed to the correct Board.
- Submit Your Application: Head over to the online portal to create an account and start your application. You will need to upload a valid driver's license (or state ID) and a social security card. Hit submit once you've filled out all the fields and paid the fee.
- Verification of Licensure: If you hold or have held licenses in other states, you must request official verification from each of those state boards. Most states use an online verification system (like VeriDoc), but check each state's specific process.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A clear copy of your Driver's License, Social Security Card, and a 2x2 Passport-style photo (often required for the file).
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent from the school), Praxis Scores (sent from ETS), and ASHA Certification Verification.
- Exams: You may be required to take a Jurisprudence Exam (usually open-book) covering the South Carolina Practice Act and regulations.
- Notarization: South Carolina often requires a notarized "Affidavit of Eligibility" or similar signature page, so be prepared to visit a notary.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in South Carolina:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $51 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $151
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: South Carolina Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by March 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $140.
Note: Watch out—while there is a short late renewal window in April with extra fees, your license will lapse if you miss it!
CE Requirements
16 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: you can complete all 16 hours through online or electronic courses! Be aware that "Independent Study" (defined as self-directed reading or observing) is limited to 2 hours and requires board approval 60 days in advance. To keep it simple, stick to structured, pre-approved online webinars and on-demand courses.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be offered by an ASHA or AAA approved provider, or other board-approved organizations (such as SCSHA). General portals like MedBridge are fully accepted as they are ASHA-approved providers. Note: 1 semester hour of college credit equals 15 hours (1.5 CEUs).
Mandatory Topics
- Clinical Practice (8 hours): At least half of your total hours must pertain directly to clinical practice in your area of licensure.
- Jurisprudence: No specific state law exam or quiz is required for renewal.
Excluded Topics: Association membership or leadership activities, business/policy meetings, work experience/on-the-job training, entertainment, travel, and unsupervised/unapproved study.
New Licensee Rule: If your initial license was issued within 180 days of the March 31st deadline, it is typically valid for the next full licensure period. Otherwise, check your CE Broker account for any prorated requirements for your first renewal.
Reporting: South Carolina uses CE Broker as the official tracking system. You must attest to your hours during the online renewal process and maintain your certificates for at least 4 years in case of a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the South Carolina Board Of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology:
- Address: 110 Centerview Drive Columbia, SC 29210
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (803) 896-4655
- Fax: (803) 896-4719
- Email: Contact.Speech@llr.sc.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 South Carolina, you'll be working with the South Carolina Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. You will submit your application through the LLR Application Portal. Before you start, I recommend initiating your background check and requesting your official transcripts to get the ball rolling.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Your Documents Moving: Before you even log in, request your official transcripts from your university. These must be sent directly from the registrar to the Board (email or mail). If you hold your CCC-SLP, request a verification letter from ASHA to be sent directly to the Board as well.
- Background Check: South Carolina uses IdentoGO for fingerprinting. You will need to schedule an appointment and use the specific Service Code provided in the application instructions to ensure your results are routed to the correct Board.
- Submit Your Application: Head over to the online portal to create an account and start your application. You will need to upload a valid driver's license (or state ID) and a social security card. Hit submit once you've filled out all the fields and paid the fee.
- Verification of Licensure: If you hold or have held licenses in other states, you must request official verification from each of those state boards. Most states use an online verification system (like VeriDoc), but check each state's specific process.
What You'll Need & Key Details
- Documents to Have Ready: A clear copy of your Driver's License, Social Security Card, and a 2x2 Passport-style photo (often required for the file).
- Items to Request: Official Transcripts (sent from the school), Praxis Scores (sent from ETS), and ASHA Certification Verification.
- Exams: You may be required to take a Jurisprudence Exam (usually open-book) covering the South Carolina Practice Act and regulations.
- Notarization: South Carolina often requires a notarized "Affidavit of Eligibility" or similar signature page, so be prepared to visit a notary.
Initial Costs
Here is the breakdown of what you can expect to spend to get licensed in South Carolina:
- Application Fee: $100
- Background Check / Fingerprinting: $51 (approximate)
- Jurisprudence Exam: $0
- Verifications: $0
- Total Estimated Initial Cost: $151
Note: Fees are subject to change by the Board, but this gives you a solid estimate to plan your budget!
Renewals
When to Renew: South Carolina Speech Language Pathologist renewal happens biennially and is due by March 31st of odd-numbered years.
Cost: The renewal fee is approximately $140.
Note: Watch out—while there is a short late renewal window in April with extra fees, your license will lapse if you miss it!
CE Requirements
16 Hours required every 2 years.
Deadline: March 31st of odd-numbered years.
Live vs. Online: Great news for Travel Speech Language Pathologist CEUs: you can complete all 16 hours through online or electronic courses! Be aware that "Independent Study" (defined as self-directed reading or observing) is limited to 2 hours and requires board approval 60 days in advance. To keep it simple, stick to structured, pre-approved online webinars and on-demand courses.
Provider Restrictions: Courses must be offered by an ASHA or AAA approved provider, or other board-approved organizations (such as SCSHA). General portals like MedBridge are fully accepted as they are ASHA-approved providers. Note: 1 semester hour of college credit equals 15 hours (1.5 CEUs).
Mandatory Topics
- Clinical Practice (8 hours): At least half of your total hours must pertain directly to clinical practice in your area of licensure.
- Jurisprudence: No specific state law exam or quiz is required for renewal.
Excluded Topics: Association membership or leadership activities, business/policy meetings, work experience/on-the-job training, entertainment, travel, and unsupervised/unapproved study.
New Licensee Rule: If your initial license was issued within 180 days of the March 31st deadline, it is typically valid for the next full licensure period. Otherwise, check your CE Broker account for any prorated requirements for your first renewal.
Reporting: South Carolina uses CE Broker as the official tracking system. You must attest to your hours during the online renewal process and maintain your certificates for at least 4 years in case of a random audit.
Board Information
Need to reach out with questions or send in documents? Here are the direct details for the South Carolina Board Of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology:
- Address: 110 Centerview Drive Columbia, SC 29210
- Website: Visit Board Website
- Phone: (803) 896-4655
- Fax: (803) 896-4719
- Email: Contact.Speech@llr.sc.gov
Ready to start? Click here to go directly to the Application Portal.