Regulation of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists The Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing staffs the audiology and speech-language pathology programs. The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development adopts regulations to carry out laws governing the practice of audiology and speech-language pathology in Alaska. It makes final licensing decisions and takes disciplinary actions against people who violate licensing laws. Audiologists and speech-language pathologists who practice independently must obtain an Alaska Business License Fingerprinting and Criminal Background Checks Due to the passage of Senate Bill 75 in the 33rd Legislative Session, as of August 31, 2024, fingerprinting and criminal background checks are now a requirement for audiologist and speech-language pathologist license applicants. This means that in addition to all previous licensure requirements and fees, applicants will also need to provide the $75 fingerprint processing fee and mail in a completed fingerprint card. You can find more information on the fingerprinting requirements here. It is Time to Renew Your License! Click Here to Renew Online Renewal Instructions Payment and Refund Policy Renewal Applications MY LICENSE Online Renewal Please use our convenient MY LICENSE online renewal application. In most cases your license will be renewed immediately. Due to a heavy volume of renewal activities, processing time for renewal applications received by mail may take up to 4-6 weeks. In order to receive communication via email, your email address of record must be current at all times. You may verify your current email address via the MY LICENSE self-service portal. If you are expecting communication from our office, please be sure to check your spam/junk mail folder. 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Regulated Professions Audiologist Speech-Language Pathologist Language Pathologist Assistant Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) Due to the passage of Senate Bill 75 in the 33rd Legislative Session, Alaska has joined the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC). The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) allows eligible licensed audiologists and speech-language pathologists an alternative method for providing services in other member states. If you are interested in learning more about the ASLP-IC Compact please use the following link: https://aslpcompact.com/commission/. The ASLP-IC data system is currently in development so Compact privileges to practice are not yet available in any state. You can find more information on the ASLP-IC’s expected timeline and how the Compact privilege applications will work on the ASLP-IC website, linked above. In the meantime, if you wish to practice as an Audiologist or Speech-Language Pathologist in Alaska, you will need to apply for the Alaska-specific license using the online or paper application linked below. Online Applications for Licensure Online applications are currently being edited. Please check back in a few days to apply online or you can apply by paper using the forms below. Now available for the following: Audiologist License Speech-Language Pathologist License Click Here to Apply Online Online applications are filed through your MyAlaska account. Filing via the MyAlaska account allows for email notifications about your application status. Please review the instructions for filing an Initial Application online via MY LICENSE. Paper Applications for Licensure Application for Audiologist License #08-4056, Revised 08/30/2024 Application for Nonresident Temporary Audiologist License #08-4930, Revised 08/30/2024 Application for Speech-Language Pathologist License #08-4405, Revised 08/30/2024 Application for Nonresident Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist License #08-4932, Revised 08/30/2024 Application for Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellowship License #08-4931, Revised 08/30/2024 Application for Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant License #08-4094, Revised 08/13/2024 Renewal Applications Audiologist License Renewal Application #08-4127, Revised 07/19/2024 Speech-Language Pathologist License Renewal Application #08-4468, Revised 07/19/2024 Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant License Renewal Application #08-4466, Revised 07/19/2024 Statutes and Regulations Alaska Statutes are passed by the legislature. Regulations (also called the Alaska Administrative Code) are rules adopted by the department to implement, interpret, and make specific the statutes. Both statutes and regulations have the force of law. AS 08.11 and regulations 12 AAC 07 specifically apply to audiologists and speech-language pathologists. AS 08.01 - 08.03 and regulations 12 AAC 02 apply to all professions regulated by the division. Audiologist, Speech-Language Pathologists and Hearing Aid Dealer Regulations AS 08.11, AS 08.55 and 12 AAC 07. Centralized Licensing Statutes AS 08.01-08.03. Applies to all professions. Centralized Licensing Regulations 12 AAC 02. Fees, name and address changes, examinations review, general provisions. Applies to all professions. If you would like to receive notice of all proposed regulation changes for your program, please send a request in writing with your name, preferred contact method (mail or email), and the program you want to be updated on to: Regulations Specialist Email: RegulationsAndPublicComment@Alaska.Gov Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing PO Box 110806 Juneau, Alaska 99811-0806 National Organizations National organizations may provide information on the regulation of the practice of audiology and Speech Language Pathology in other states. American Speech Language Pathology Association (ASHA) 2200 Research Boulevard Rockville, MD 20850 Telephone: 1-800-498-2071 www.asha.org National Council of State Boards of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (NCSB) 3416 Primm Lane Birmingham, AL 35216 Phone: (205) 823-6106 Fax: (205) 824-7700 Email: info@ncsb.info ncsb.info Contact Information Phone: (907) 465-2550 Email: AudiologistandSpeechLanguagePathologists@Alaska.Gov PO Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806 Return to Top