New Jersey Speech-Language Pathology License Application Process

New Jersey Speech-Language Pathology License Application Process

To apply for an initial license to practice as a speech-language pathologist in New Jersey, an applicant must have received a master’s degree in speech-language pathology from a program that is accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association․ The college or university awarding the degree shall be recognized by either the New Jersey Department of Education or the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association․ The applicant must also have completed a clinical fellowship year, which includes a minimum of 36 weeks of supervised clinical experience․

The application process for a speech-language pathology license in New Jersey is as follows⁚

1. Submit an application form․ This form can be found on the website of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs․
2. Provide proof of education and training․ This includes transcripts from your graduate program and a certificate of completion for your clinical fellowship year․
3. Pay the application fee․ The fee is $75 for the application and $170 for the two-year licensing fee․
4. Pass a criminal background check; This is required for all applicants․
5. Complete a jurisprudence online orientation․ This orientation covers the laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language pathology in New Jersey․

Once you have submitted your application, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs will review it and process it․ If your application is approved, you will receive your license in the mail․

The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs is pleased to offer licensees the opportunity to renew licensure or apply online via our secure MyLicense website․

You can find more information about the application process on the website of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs․

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for licensure as a speech-language pathologist in New Jersey, you must meet the following requirements⁚

• Education⁚ You must have received a master’s degree in speech-language pathology from a program that is accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)․ The college or university awarding the degree must be recognized by either the New Jersey Department of Education or the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of ASHA․
• Clinical Fellowship Year⁚ You must have completed a clinical fellowship year (CFY), which includes a minimum of 36 weeks of supervised clinical experience․ This experience must be completed under the supervision of a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist․
• Criminal Background Check⁚ You must pass a criminal background check․ This is a requirement for all applicants for licensure in New Jersey․
• Jurisprudence Online Orientation⁚ You must complete a jurisprudence online orientation․ This orientation covers the laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language pathology in New Jersey․

Once you have met all of the eligibility requirements, you can apply for a speech-language pathology license in New Jersey․

Application Process

The application process for a speech-language pathology license in New Jersey is straightforward and can be completed online or by mail․ Here are the steps involved⁚

1. Obtain an Application Form⁚ The application form can be found on the website of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs․ You can also request a paper copy by mail․
2. Complete the Application⁚ Fill out the application form completely and accurately․ Be sure to include all required information, such as your name, address, date of birth, and social security number․ You will also need to provide information about your education, training, and experience․
3. Submit Supporting Documentation⁚ Along with the application form, you must submit supporting documentation, including official transcripts from your graduate program, a certificate of completion for your clinical fellowship year, and a copy of your criminal background check․
4. Pay the Application Fee⁚ The application fee for a speech-language pathology license in New Jersey is $75 for the application and $170 for the two-year licensing fee․ You can pay the fee online or by mail․
5. Complete the Jurisprudence Orientation⁚ Once you have submitted your application, you will be required to complete a jurisprudence online orientation․ This orientation covers the laws and regulations governing the practice of speech-language pathology in New Jersey․

Once you have submitted your completed application, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs will review it and process it․ If your application is approved, you will receive your license in the mail․

Continuing Education Requirements

To maintain your speech-language pathology license in New Jersey, you are required to complete continuing education (CE) hours every two years․ The specific requirements are as follows⁚

• CE Hours⁚ You must complete 20 hours of CE within each two-year licensing period․ These hours can be earned through a variety of approved activities, such as workshops, conferences, online courses, and self-study programs․
• ASHA-Approved CEUs⁚ Up to 10 hours of your required CE can be earned through ASHA-approved online or home study courses․ These courses offer flexibility and convenience for busy professionals․
• Carryover Hours⁚ Up to five additional CE hours may be carried over if earned within six months prior to your license renewal date․
• Renewal Deadline⁚ New Jersey-licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and audiologists renew every two years on October 31st (odd years)․

It is important to keep track of your CE hours and ensure that you meet the requirements for renewal․ The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs provides resources and information on its website to help SLPs stay compliant with CE requirements․