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Kansas Audiologist License

Kansas Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Application for Licensure — The primary application form found within the SLP/AUD Application Pack.
  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the educational institution to KDADS.
  • Praxis Score Report — Official scores sent directly from ETS.
  • Fingerprint Card and Waiver — Required for the mandatory criminal background check.
  • Application and License Fees — A total of $200 ($100 application + $100 license) payable by check or money order.

How to Apply

  1. Download Application Pack ▾
    Kansas uses a paper-based application process for initial Audiologist licensure. Download the 'Speech Language Pathologist/Audiologist Application Pack' from the KDADS website.
  2. Complete Background Check ▾
    Complete the fingerprint-based criminal background check. Follow the specific instructions in the application packet and submit the required waiver and fee (approx. $48-$57).
  3. Request Official Transcripts ▾
    Contact your university to have official transcripts showing your doctoral degree (AuD) sent directly to the KDADS Health Occupations Credentialing office.
  4. Submit Praxis Scores ▾
    Request that your Praxis exam scores be sent directly from ETS to the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
    ETS Praxis Kansas
  5. Mail Application and Fees ▾
    Mail the completed application forms, background check materials, and a check or money order for the $100 application fee and $100 license fee to the KDADS office in Topeka.
  6. Apply for Hearing Aid Dispenser License (If Applicable) ▾
    Audiologists in Kansas must obtain a separate license from the Kansas Board of Hearing Aid Examiners (KBHAE) to dispense hearing aids.
    KBHAE Licensure
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Audiologists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.

Steps

  1. Verify Out-of-State License ▾
    Request official verification of your current license from every state where you have ever been licensed to be sent directly to KDADS.
  2. Submit Reciprocity Application ▾
    Complete the standard application pack, ensuring you fill out the sections relevant to applicants licensed in other states.
  3. Provide Proof of ASHA CCC ▾
    While not always mandatory for endorsement, providing your ASHA CCC-A can expedite the verification of clinical and educational requirements.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Kansas Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Keeping Your License Active

Kansas Audiologist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Kansas Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Renew on the board site

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Missing Hearing Aid Dispenser License ▾
Audiologists often assume their AUD license allows them to dispense hearing aids; in Kansas, a separate license from KBHAE is required.
Indirect Document Submission ▾
Transcripts and test scores must come directly from the source (University/ETS). Personal copies are not accepted and will delay the process.
Background Check Processing ▾
Fingerprint processing can take several weeks. It is recommended to start this process as soon as you download the application pack.

Questions

Does Kansas participate in the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC)? ▾
Yes, Kansas is a member of the ASLP-IC, allowing for easier practice across state lines for eligible practitioners.
How many continuing education hours are required for renewal? ▾
Audiologists must complete 20 hours of approved CE every two years. If dual-licensed in SLP and Audiology, 30 hours are required.
When do Kansas Audiologist licenses expire? ▾
Licenses expire biennially on October 31st.
Can I apply for my license online? ▾
No, initial applications and reinstatements must be submitted via paper mail. Only renewals can be processed through the online portal.

Board Info

Kansas Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Phone(785) 296-1240
Emailmailto:kdads.slpa@ks.gov
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Last verified 2026-02-25