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Utah Audiologist License

Utah 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

  • Official Transcripts — Must show completion of a Doctoral Degree in Audiology from an accredited institution.
  • ASHA Certification (CCC-A) — Primary documentation for clinical competence; if not held, Praxis scores and fellowship verification are required.
  • Praxis Exam Scores — Required if the applicant does not hold ASHA certification. Praxis Scores
  • Clinical Fellowship/Externship Verification — Required for applicants without ASHA certification; must be completed on the form provided in the application packet.
  • Fingerprint Authorization Form — Emailed by DOPL after application submission; required for the background check appointment.

How to Apply

  1. Submit Initial Application
    Complete the Audiologist application online via the MyLicenseOne portal or submit the manual PDF form to DOPL.
    Apply Online
  2. Pay Application Fee
    Pay the non-refundable $70 application processing fee. If applying for both SLP and Audiologist licenses simultaneously, only one fee is required.
  3. Submit Educational Transcripts
    Request official transcripts showing a Doctoral Degree in Audiology (AuD) to be sent directly to DOPL.
  4. Provide Professional Certification or Exam Scores
    Submit documentation of current ASHA CCC-A certification OR documentation of passing the Praxis exam and completion of a clinical fellowship/externship.
  5. Receive Fingerprint Authorization
    After submitting your application, wait 2-3 business days for DOPL to email you a fingerprint authorization form and a list of approved vendors.
    Fingerprinting Info
  6. Complete Background Check
    Visit an authorized vendor with your authorization form and a government-issued ID to have your fingerprints electronically submitted.
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 Licensure Status
    Ensure you have held an active license in good standing for at least one year in a jurisdiction deemed equivalent by Utah.
  2. Submit Endorsement Application
    Use the standard application form and select the endorsement option.
  3. Request Official License Verification
    Have the state where you are currently licensed send an official verification directly to Utah DOPL.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Utah Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Keeping Your License Active

Utah Audiologist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Utah 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

Fingerprint Authorization Wait Time
Applicants often expect to get fingerprinted immediately; however, you must wait for the DOPL-issued authorization email (2-3 days post-application) before visiting a vendor.
Missing ASHA Documentation
Failure to provide a current ASHA card or official Praxis scores can stall the review process.
Incomplete Qualifying Questionnaire
Leaving any 'Yes/No' questions blank on the application requires DOPL to follow up, delaying approval.

Questions

How many continuing education hours are required for renewal?
Audiologists must complete 20 hours of continuing professional education every two-year cycle.
When does my Utah Audiologist license expire?
Licenses expire on May 31 of odd-numbered years.
Can I dispense hearing aids with an Audiology license?
Yes, licensed Audiologists in Utah may dispense hearing aids under their audiology license without a separate hearing instrument specialist license.
Does Utah participate in the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC)?
Yes, Utah is a member state of the ASLP-IC, allowing for practice privileges in other member states.

Board Info

Utah Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25