Speech-Language Pathologist / Michigan
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Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Diagnoses and treats communication disorders. Requires masters degree.

What the Michigan data shows for Speech-Language Pathologists

Becoming a licensed speech-language pathologist in Michigan means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 3,473 training hours, a passing score on Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Michigan regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology".

Upfront cost is $205, with renewal running $158 on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
37/100
Speech-Language Pathologist · Michigan

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
3,473 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$205
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$79/yr
$158 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 Michigan

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
3,473 hours
Exam Requirement
Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology
Required
Initial License Fee
$205
Renewal Fee
$158
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 Michigan licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Speech-Language Pathologist in Michigan? ▼
Michigan requires 3473 education/training hours, passing an exam (Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology), and an initial fee of $205. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Michigan? ▼
To become a licensed speech-language pathologist in Michigan, you must meet the state's requirements including 3473 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Michigan licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Speech-Language Pathologist license to Michigan 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 Michigan licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Michigan require a background check for Speech-Language Pathologist licensing? ▼
Michigan does require a background check before issuing a speech-language pathologist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Speech-Language Pathologist in Michigan? ▼
Michigan ties continued speech-language pathologist licensure to 30 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $158 renewal fee.

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What to do with this speech-language pathologist license

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

  • See how Michigan'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 Michigan's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Michigan overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Michigan 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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