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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
Total cost: ~$291
Governing Authority
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) - Health Occupations Credentialing
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Praxis Required
Not Required
CCC-SLP Required
Required
Clinical Fellowship
Permitted
Telepractice
20 hrs
CE Hours
~$291
Total Initial Fees
CE Hours Required
20 hours
Per biennial; full licensure period begins november 1st and expires october 31st renewal cycle
Renewal Cycle
Biennial; full licensure period begins November 1st and expires October 31st
Required CE Topics
5 topic areas
Basic communication processes connected to speech, language, and hearing, University courses at regionally accredited institutions (1 semester credit = 15 clock hours), Workshops, seminars, and educational sessions from approved agencies, +2 more
Renewal Fee
$135.00 renewal; $185.00 late renewal (after Oct 31, before Dec 1); $270.00 reinstatement (after Nov 30)
ASHA CEUs Accepted
Yes
ASHA Certification Maintenance Hours accepted
Education & Program Requirements
VerifiedDegree Required
Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an ASHA CAA-accredited program
CAA Accreditation
Required
CAA Details
Program must be accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of ASHA; applicants with non-ASHA programs must have coursework evaluated by a Kansas university covering fluency, articulation, swallowing, voice, language modalities, and hearing
Program Length
2-3 years (master's level)
Clinical Practicum Hours
400 hrs
Required Coursework
SLP licensure requires a master's degree in speech-language pathology from a CAA-accredited program (Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology). Programs typically include 375-400 clinical practicum hours and coursework in speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders.
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Exam Requirements
VerifiedPraxis Required
Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology
162
Passing Score
Computer-delivered test; 132 selected-response questions; 2.5 hours; Praxis SLP test code 5331
Format
$146
Exam Fee
Retake Policy
28-day waiting period between attempts; scores valid within two years of application
The Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology (test code 5331) is administered by ETS. Most states require a passing score of 162. The exam covers foundations of practice, screening and assessment, planning and intervention, and professional issues.
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Clinical Fellowship Requirements
VerifiedClinical Fellowship Required
36 wks
Duration
1,260 hrs
Total Hours
Yes
CF License Available
Supervision Requirements
Minimum 9 months full-time (35+ hours/week) or 12-18 months part-time postgraduate professional experience supervised by a licensed SLP
Supervisor Qualifications
Supervisor must hold current CCC-SLP and be licensed as a speech-language pathologist
The Clinical Fellowship (CF) is a mentored professional experience completed after earning a master's degree. It typically requires 36 weeks of full-time experience (approximately 1,260 hours) under the supervision of a CCC-SLP certified speech-language pathologist. Many states offer a temporary CF license to allow practice during this period.
CCC-SLP & ASHA Requirements
VerifiedNot Required
CCC-SLP for License
Not Required
ASHA Membership
Accepted in Lieu
CCC-SLP accepted as evidence of meeting education, clinical, and examination requirements
The Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is a nationally recognized credential granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Some states require or accept CCC-SLP certification as part of the licensure process or in lieu of certain requirements such as the Praxis exam or clinical fellowship verification.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $135.00 (Initial License Application Fee) |
Praxis Fee Paid directly to ETS | $146 |
License Fee | Prorated at $5.50 per month for any full or partial month when initial license period is less than 24 months (range: $71.50 in October to $135.00 in November) |
Renewal Fee | $135 |
Background Check Fee | $10 (plus 3.04% credit card processing fee) |
Total Initial Fees Includes permanent license ($135), Praxis exam ($146), background check ($10); does not include temporary license ($65) | ~$291 |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
VerifiedBiennial; full licensure period begins November 1st and expires October 31st
Renewal Period
20 hrs
CE Hours Required
Accepted
ASHA CEUs Accepted
Required CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$135.00 renewal; $185.00 late renewal (after Oct 31, before Dec 1); $270.00 reinstatement (after Nov 30)
Regulatory Board
SLP licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require 20-30 hours of continuing education per renewal period. Many states accept ASHA Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to satisfy state CE requirements.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
Endorsement Available
Yes
Interstate Compact
Kansas is a member of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC).
Endorsement Requirements
The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) allows licensed SLPs to practice in other compact member states. Non-compact states require license by endorsement, which typically involves verifying existing credentials and may require additional documentation.
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Kansas SLP licensing is administered through the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Health Occupations Credentialing division rather than a standalone speech-language pathology board, which is unusual among states. Kansas specifies clinical practicum hours as 375 direct client contact plus 25 observation hours (400 total). License fees follow a prorated schedule based on when in the biennial cycle you apply.
Kansas SLP licensing is administered through KDADS rather than a standalone SLP board.
400 supervised clinical hours required (375 direct client contact + 25 observation hours).
20 CE hours required per biennial renewal cycle.
Kansas is a member of the ASLP Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC).
Online renewal available via KDADS portal; renewal period opens as early as September 15.
License fees may be prorated based on when during the license cycle you apply.
Contact Karen Torbert, Licensing Administrator, at (785) 296-0061 for specific questions.
Applications are processed within 2-3 weeks of submission.
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Kansas requires passing the Praxis SLP exam for SLP licensure. A clinical fellowship is required. All licensing is managed through the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) - Health Occupations Credentialing.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.