Speech-Language Pathologist / Louisiana
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Louisiana Speech-Language Pathologist License Requirements

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Diagnoses and treats communication disorders. Requires masters degree.

What the Louisiana data shows for Speech-Language Pathologists

Louisiana sets the entry bar for speech-language pathologists at 3,730 training hours and a passing score on Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Louisiana's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology".

The initial price tag is $276, and renewal costs $203 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 30-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Audiology and SLP Licensure Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
32/100
Speech-Language Pathologist · Louisiana

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
3,730 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$276
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$102/yr
$203 every 2 years
Continuing Education F
15.0 hrs/yr
30 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Louisiana

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
3,730 hours
Exam Requirement
Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology
Required
Initial License Fee
$276
Renewal Fee
$203
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
30 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Louisiana licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Speech-Language Pathologist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana requires 3730 education/training hours, passing an exam (Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology), and an initial fee of $276. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana licenses speech-language pathologists who complete its requirements (3730 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Louisiana licensing board.
Can I transfer my Speech-Language Pathologist license to Louisiana from another state? ▼
For speech-language pathologists, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Audiology and SLP Licensure Compact: adoption underway. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Louisiana licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Louisiana require a background check for Speech-Language Pathologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for speech-language pathologist licensing in Louisiana. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Speech-Language Pathologist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana ties continued speech-language pathologist licensure to 30 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $203 renewal fee.

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What to do with this speech-language pathologist license

Speech-Language Pathologist in Louisiana, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a speech-language pathologist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Louisiana's speech-language pathologist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Speech-Language Pathologist in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state speech-language pathologist license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Louisiana's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Louisiana overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Louisiana licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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