⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.

Transfer Your Speech-Language Pathologist License: Georgia → Alabama

Everything you need to know about transferring your speech-language pathologist license from Georgia to Alabama

Reciprocity Available

Accepts out-of-state licenses

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Georgia (GA)	Alabama (AL)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: $120; praxis fee: $146; license fee: $120; renewal fee: $60; background check fee: Required; fingerprint-based at applicant's expense (~$30-$50); total initial fees: ~$315-$335; confidence: high; sources: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-speech-language-pathology	application fee: $200; praxis fee: $146; license fee: Staggered based on when in license cycle you apply; renewal fee: $100; background check fee: $45; total initial fees: ~$380+; confidence: high; sources: https://abespa.alabama.gov/; https://www.speechpathologygraduateprograms.org/alabama/
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Biennial (2 years); expires March 31 of odd-numbered years; CE hours: 20; Fee: $60	Period: Annual renewal; 25% of licensees randomly audited for CE compliance each year; CE hours: 12; Fee: $100

Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Alabama accepts out-of-state speech language pathologist licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.
Renewal differs: Georgia — Period: Biennial (2 years); expires March 31 of odd-numbered years; CE hours: 20; Fee: $60; Alabama — Period: Annual renewal; 25% of licensees randomly audited for CE compliance each year; CE hours: 12; Fee: $100.

Next Steps

1
Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) →
2
Request credential verification from Georgia Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology - Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Georgia board →
3
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
4
Submit your application to Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA).

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Alabama Licensing Board

Board: Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA)
Website: https://abespa.alabama.gov/
Phone: 334-269-1434

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Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Georgia (GA)	Alabama (AL)
Education Requirements	Not available	Not available
Exam Requirements	Not available	Not available
Experience Requirements	Not available	Not available
Fees	application fee: $120; praxis fee: $146; license fee: $120; renewal fee: $60; background check fee: Required; fingerprint-based at applicant's expense (~$30-$50); total initial fees: ~$315-$335; confidence: high; sources: https://sos.ga.gov/how-to-guide/how-guide-speech-language-pathology	application fee: $200; praxis fee: $146; license fee: Staggered based on when in license cycle you apply; renewal fee: $100; background check fee: $45; total initial fees: ~$380+; confidence: high; sources: https://abespa.alabama.gov/; https://www.speechpathologygraduateprograms.org/alabama/
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: Biennial (2 years); expires March 31 of odd-numbered years; CE hours: 20; Fee: $60	Period: Annual renewal; 25% of licensees randomly audited for CE compliance each year; CE hours: 12; Fee: $100

Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Alabama accepts out-of-state speech language pathologist licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.

Renewal differs: Georgia — Period: Biennial (2 years); expires March 31 of odd-numbered years; CE hours: 20; Fee: $60; Alabama — Period: Annual renewal; 25% of licensees randomly audited for CE compliance each year; CE hours: 12; Fee: $100.

Next Steps

Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA) →

Request credential verification from Georgia Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology - Secretary of State, Professional Licensing Boards Division — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Georgia board →

Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).

Submit your application to Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA).

These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.

Transfer Your Speech-Language Pathologist License: Georgia → Alabama

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Alabama Licensing Board

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Transfer Your Speech-Language Pathologist License: Georgia → Alabama

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Alabama Licensing Board

Prepare for Your Licensing Exam

Related Pages