Speech-Language Pathologist / Oregon
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Oregon Speech-Language Pathologist License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Diagnoses and treats communication disorders. Requires masters degree.

What the Oregon data shows for Speech-Language Pathologists

To practice as a speech-language pathologist in Oregon, the state licensing board requires 3,941 documented education or training hours, a passing score on Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Oregon's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology".

Upfront cost is $334, with renewal running $240 on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 30-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

On reciprocity, speech-language pathologists should know: Audiology and SLP Licensure Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
30/100
Speech-Language Pathologist · Oregon

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
3,941 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$334
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$120/yr
$240 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 Oregon

Education / Training Hours
Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
3,941 hours
Exam Requirement
Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology
Required
Initial License Fee
$334
Renewal Fee
$240
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 Oregon licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Speech-Language Pathologist in Oregon? ▼
In Oregon, the license path calls for 3941 education/training hours, a passing score on Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology, and a $334 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Oregon? ▼
Oregon licenses speech-language pathologists who complete its requirements (3941 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Oregon licensing board.
Can I transfer my Speech-Language Pathologist license to Oregon from another state? ▼
Speech-Language Pathologist licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Audiology and SLP Licensure Compact: adoption underway. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Oregon licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Oregon require a background check for Speech-Language Pathologist licensing? ▼
Oregon 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 Oregon? ▼
To stay licensed as a speech-language pathologist in Oregon, plan on 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $240.

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What to do with this speech-language pathologist license

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

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

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