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Licensure Renewals are LIVE Board of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology Online Renewals: |
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RENEWAL NOTICE
Please note that due to the large number of licensees seeking renewal and the need to complete the required review (of criminal background check, etc.), the issuance of the renewed license is taking longer than expected.
Licensees who submit the renewal application before the expiration date of the license/certification/registration (DECEMBER 31, 2024) are permitted to continue to work while their application is pending. Currently, DC Health is processing the renewal applications from a number of licensees who applied timely for the renewal of their licenses. The subject matters under review vary from Continuing Education compliance to disciplinary history. It is possible that these reviews will continue after the expiration date of December 31, 2024. However, when the renewal applications are approved, the licenses will be renewed and active as of January 1, 2025.
For individuals who have applied for their renewal prior to the December 31, 2024, deadline, their status will be “Renewal in process – review pending”. For those who apply after the deadline, their status will be “Expired - renewal eligible".
Licensees may not work beyond February 28, 2025, without an active license.
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On February 23, 2024, the DC Department of Health (DC Health) relocated. DC Health
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PROCESSING CENTER Hours:
The Health Regulation and Licensing Administration (HRLA) Processing Center is open to the public Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 am – 1 pm, and Wednesday, 9 am - 3:30 pm (except holidays).
Office Hours:
The HRLA Office Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:15 am - 4:45 pm (except holidays).
If you require assistance from the Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, please contact the Board at [email protected].
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Change to the Term of License, Certificate and Registration Effective Date June 16, 2024 DC Health has always operated with fixed renewal windows for each profession. In response to feedback from the health professional community, the Director has moved to change the renewal system to align with each licensee’s month of birth. As such, all applicable licenses, certificates, or registrations issued on or after June 16, 2024, will expire on the last day of the birth month of the license holder. This will apply to all new applicants and will become applicable to licensees renewing later this year. For those renewing, this will not take effect until September 2024. For all current holders of a license, certificate, or registration additional information will be provided at a later date. This authority is pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 4006.3 DCMR Chapter 40 General Rules.
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Criminal Background Check (CBC) Requirement Effective immediately, all applicants will be required to complete a new CBC for each application submitted. Please select link below to access notice from DC Health regarding the CBC requirement: |
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LICENSURE WAIVER PERIOD HAS ENDED: |
Please review the application checklist and regulations prior to applying for a license.
Application Checklists for Audiology
Audiologist by Examination - Checklist
Audiologist by Endorsement - Checklist
Audiologist Assistant by Examination - Checklist
Audiologist Assistant by Endorsement - Checklist
Application Checklists for Speech Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow by Examination - Checklist
Speech and Language Pathology Examination Checklist
Speech- Language Pathology Endorsement Checklist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant by Examination - Checklist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant by Endorsement - Checklist
Regulations for Audiology
Audiology Regulations
Audiology Assistant Regulations
Regulations for Speech Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow Regulations
Speech-Language Pathology Regulations
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Regulations
Important Notice regarding Paper Applications (select link):
DC Health No Longer Accepting Paper Applications (Beginning June 14, 2021)
ONLINE LICENSING APPLICATIONS
DC Health’s online licensing application system is now LIVE. (See link below.)
https://doh.force.com/dchealthrenewals/s/portal-page
The District of Columbia Department of Health, Health Regulation and Licensing Administration (HRLA) is excited to announce the opening of our new online licensing system. Effective immediately, any healthcare provider interested in applying for a new health professional license or renewing, reinstating, or reactivating an existing license may do so by going to the below link and submitting an online application. All users are strongly encouraged to review the instructions before beginning the process.
***COVID-19 UPDATES***
For the most up to date information on the District's response to COVID-19, including information on best practices and recommended guidelines, please go to coronavirus.dc.gov.
Documents: All HRLA related documents should be mailed to 2201 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC 20020 or if you are already in contact with a Health Licensing Specialist (HLS), please forward any official documents to said HLS via email: [email protected]
Updates: Individuals may call the Processing Center at 1 (877) 672-2174 to get an update on their pending applications.
Need to contact the Board of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology? Send an email to: [email protected].
The DC Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology regulates the practice of audiology and speech-language pathology. The Board advises the Mayor and administers and enforces the law. The Board also evaluates applicants' qualifications, administers exams, recommends standards and procedures, issues licenses; receives and reviews complaints; requests investigations, conduct hearings, and issues subpoenas.
The Board is appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the council. The Board consists of seven DC residents, including a chair: two audiologists, two speech-language pathologists, one otolaryngologist, and two consumer members. Professional members must have been engaged in practice for at least three years preceding the appointment. The consumer member must be at least 18 years old, with no affiliation with either the practice of audiology or the practice of speech-language pathology, or other health professions. Licenses expire on December 31 of even year.
BOARD MEETINGS
The Board meets quarterly on the third Monday. Please note that meeting dates can change.
In 2025, the Board plans to meet:
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December 16, 2024
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March 17, 2025
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June 16, 2025
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September 15, 2025
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December 15, 2025
OTHER DOCUMENTS, LICENSURE RENEWAL, AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK
- Criminal Background Check
- Online License Renewal
- Board Announcements
- Application Checklists (links to checklists are posted on this webpage under alert boxes at top.)
Licensure Search
- 2025 Public Notice Identifying Public Health Issus for Continuing Education Effective October 1, 2025
- Policy Statement on Telepractice
- Policy Statement on Continuing Education Requirement
- Policy Statement on Identifying Public Health Issues for Continuing Education
Health Occupations Revision Act:
DC Municipal Regulations:
- DC Municipal Regulations for Speech-Language Pathologists
- DC Municipal Regulations for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
- DC Municipal Regulations for Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellows
- DC Municipal Regulations for Audiologists
- DC Municipal Regulations for Audiology Assistants
Open Session Agenda and Minutes:
Additional Information: