Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology

Information for Georgia Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists licensees, applicants, and stakeholders.

New - January 1, 2023 Nationwide Fingerprint Background Check Results

Each applicant for licensure (or reinstatement) as a Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist shall register and provide fingerprints for a nationwide criminal background check to be conducted at the applicant’s expense. The instructions and vendor for the background check can be found in the document on the Board’s website (same location you downloaded applications and other forms) - “Background Fingerprint Instructions”

THE BACKGROUND CHECK IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE RENEWAL OF A LICENSE.

*NOTE: This is a new requirement under O.C.G.A. 43-44-6(a)(14) and O.C.G.A. 43-44-8(a)(6). Failure to comply with this requirement will delay the processing of this application for licensure and may result in the application being denied.

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A list of industry related professional organizations.
CE Requirements

CE requirements are discussed with the Board's FAQ

Meetings & Events

Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Board Meeting

January 27, 2025

The public is invited to join any open session via Webex. Details will be provided at a later date.

Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Board Meeting

April 21, 2025

The public is invited to join any open session via Webex. Details will be provided at a later date.

Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Board Meeting

July 21, 2025

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Speech Language Pathology and Audiology Board Meeting

October 27, 2025

The public is invited to join any open session via Webex. Details will be provided at a later date.

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SLP

A comprehensive set of checklists for Speech & Language Pathologists.
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A comprehensive set of checklists for Audiologists.

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