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Can a Audiologist transfer a license to Alabama as a military spouse?

Data as of May 2026|Source: Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) commission + DOJ Servicemembers Initiative
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✓ Yes — compact transfer

Yes. Alabama is a member of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC), so a Audiologist holding a multistate/compact license can practice in AL without re-applying. Compact privilege travels with home license; check the compact site for current member states as new ones join frequently.

Your audiology / speech-language pathology board in Alabama

Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ABESPA)
abespa.alabama.gov334-269-1434
Alabama military-spouse provision

Under Alabama Code 31-1-6 (Military Family Jobs Opportunity Act), state licensing boards including ABESPA must expedite licensure and issue temporary permits to qualifying military spouses relocated to Alabama on military orders, and audiology/SLP is not among the statutory exceptions.

Official source ↗

About the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC)

For audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Allows compact privilege to practice in member states without separate licensure.

Official compact site ↗

All Audiology / SLP member states

29 jurisdictions. Tap any to check that destination for this profession.

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All compacts for AlabamaAudiology / SLP portability — all states →License portability checker →MyCAA: $4,000 for relicensing →
Published by the Honest MOS Editorial DeskVerified against DoD/.gov sourcesUpdated May 2026Editorial standards