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Can a Audiologist transfer a license to Iowa 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. Iowa 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 IA 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 Iowa

Iowa Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology (Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing)
dial.iowa.gov/licenses/other-professional-licensure/speech-pathology-audiology
Iowa military-spouse provision

Iowa Code chapter 272C (sections 272C.4 and 272C.12, implemented by Iowa Admin Code 481 chapter 7) requires DIAL professional-licensing boards, including the Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology, to give priority and expedited reciprocal licensure to spouses of active-duty servicemembers licensed in another jurisdiction.

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 IowaAudiology / 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