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Montana Audiologist License

Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

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

What You'll Need

  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the educational institution to the Board office.
  • Praxis Exam Results — Official scores must be sent directly from ETS to the Board.
  • Jurisprudence Exam Attestation — A signed form confirming you have read and understood Montana's licensing laws and rules.
  • Fingerprint Cards (FD-258) — Two sets of fingerprints required for the state and federal background check.
  • License Verification — Official verification from every state where you have ever held a professional license.

How to Apply

  1. Create an eBiz Account ▾
    Register for a user account on the Montana Department of Labor & Industry Citizen Portal (eBiz) to start your application.
    Register/Login to eBiz
  2. Submit Online Application and Fee ▾
    Complete the online application for Audiologist licensure and pay the non-refundable application fee ($80 for active status).
    Start Application
  3. Complete the Jurisprudence Exam ▾
    Download and complete the open-book Jurisprudence Exam covering Montana statutes and rules. Submit the signed attestation form via the portal or email.
  4. Request Official Transcripts ▾
    Contact your university to have official transcripts showing your AuD or PhD in Audiology sent directly to the Board.
  5. Submit Praxis Scores ▾
    Request that ETS send your official Praxis exam scores directly to the Montana Board.
    Request Praxis Scores
  6. Complete Fingerprint Background Check ▾
    Obtain two sets of fingerprints on FD-258 cards and mail them with a $30 fee to the Montana Department of Justice.
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 from all states where you hold or have held a license. Montana accepts official electronic verifications if available.
  2. Submit ASHA CCC-A (Optional) ▾
    If you hold a current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, submit proof to streamline the education and exam verification process.
  3. Complete Montana Jurisprudence Exam ▾
    All endorsement applicants must still pass the Montana-specific open-book jurisprudence exam.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

Keeping Your License Active

Montana Audiologist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

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

Slow Downs

Incomplete Fingerprint Cards ▾
Fingerprints that are unreadable or missing required fields will be rejected by the DOJ, requiring a resubmission.
Third-Party Document Delays ▾
Waiting for transcripts, Praxis scores, or out-of-state verifications to arrive directly from the source is the most common cause of delay.
Missing Jurisprudence Attestation ▾
The application cannot be approved until the signed jurisprudence exam form is uploaded or emailed.

Questions

When do Montana Audiologist licenses expire? ▾
All licenses expire annually on February 1st.
How many continuing education hours are required? ▾
Audiologists must complete 10 hours of continuing education annually. Requirements do not apply until the first full year of licensure.
Can I practice while my application is pending? ▾
No, you must have an active Montana license or a temporary permit issued by the Board before practicing.
What is the fee for a background check? ▾
The processing fee is $30, payable to the Montana Department of Justice, in addition to any fee charged by the fingerprinting technician.

Board Info

Board of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Phone(406) 841-2394
Emailmailto:dlibsdslp@mt.gov
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25