Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - , Clarksville, TN
How this pay compares
This posting states $36–$54 an hour. Open speech-language pathologist jobs in Tennessee post a median of $49 an hour, the middle half $45–$55.27, across 13 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Speech-language pathologists employed in Tennessee earn a median of $40.69 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Speech-language pathologists in Tennessee: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
Tennessee issues and accepts ASLP-IC privileges: a speech-language pathologist or audiologist whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Tennessee license. (ASLP-IC Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Tennessee license, apply to the Tennessee Board of Communications Disorders and Sciences for a license by endorsement ($160, by its own page): what Tennessee asks. Every state's ASLP-IC status.
What Tennessee requires of a speech-language pathologist
Speech Language Pathologist, from the Tennessee Board of Communications Disorders and Sciences.
- Applicants need a master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution and either a current ASHA CCC-SLP or 400 practicum hours, a clinical fellowship and a passing Praxis score. Each state where the applicant holds or held a license sends an official statement of the license's condition, and the Tennessee Jurisprudence Exam must be passed (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1370-01-.04, 1370-01-.05(10), 1370-01-.08).
- Staying active: Licenses renew every two years; renewal requires 20 hours of continuing education in the two calendar years before the renewal year, at least 10 in the licensee's area of practice (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1370-01-.12).
Speech-language pathologist jobs and requirements in Tennessee · Every state's rule
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
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About the job
Looking for more than just another SLP role? Join Hopebridge , founded by Kim Strunk, Occupational Therapist , where collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our multidisciplinary model brings together speech, ABA, OT, and diagnostics - so you’re never working alone and always supported by a full care team.
At Hopebridge, you’ll help children with diverse needs build communication skills that change lives - while growing your career in an environment that truly values clinicians.
What We Offer
- $36–$54/hour total compensation - paid for all hours worked (billable and non-billable time), based on experience and competency
- Bi-weekly bonuses with the potential to earn up to $6,500 annually
- 29 days of paid time off (20 PTO, 7 holidays, 2 PD days)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, and disability benefits
- Ethical, manageable caseloads
- No non-compete agreements
- Ongoing mentorship, Grand Rounds, and CF supervision
From Hopebridge's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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