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Physician Pathologist Licensing in Iowa

Review current requirements, exam details, renewal cycle, and salary outlook for physician pathologist in Iowa, including See agency and board contact links.

Last verified: Feb 21, 2026

Current

Application Fee

See agency

Exam Requirement

State exam required

Renewal Cycle

See board renewal rules

Licensing Blueprint for Physician Pathologist in Iowa

Estimated timeline: Varies by board

Core Requirements

  1. 1

    Education: Degree required.

  2. 2

    Experience: Work experience required.

  3. 3

    Background/Criminal Review: Background check required.

  4. 4

    Certification: Certification required.

  5. 5

    License Type: Register with licensing agency.

Exam and processing details

  • State exam required

Continuing education and program notes

  • Continuing education required to maintain license

Application Snapshot

  1. Licensing Authority

    Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing • State Board of Speech Pathology & Audiology

  2. Current Filing Fee

    See agency

  3. Renewal Cycle

    See board renewal rules

  4. Salary Position

    N/A median salary

Step-by-Step Process (7)

  1. 1. Meet Iowa eligibility requirements for Physician Pathologist licensure.
  2. 2. Complete required education or training: Degree required.
  3. 3. Document required supervised experience: Work experience required.
  4. 4. Pass required examination steps: State exam required.
  5. 5. Prepare supporting documentation (background check: Background check required; Background/Criminal Review: Background check required.).
  6. 6. Submit the application to Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing~State Board of Speech Pathology & Audiology and monitor board communications.
  7. 7. Maintain post-licensure compliance (continuing education: Continuing education required to maintain license).

Salary Insights in Iowa

State Hiring Climate (QCEW)

Rising

QoQ Employment Change

+2.4%

Average Weekly Wage

$1,154

Median annual salary

N/A

Hourly estimate

N/A
National comparison unavailable

National benchmark data is missing for this profile.

Percentile Distribution

Annual compensation
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  • P7575th percentileN/A
  • P9090th percentileN/A

State vs National Median

State: N/A
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Nearby States Comparison

Physician Pathologist licensing across the region
StateMedian SalaryEducationExamTimeline
IowaN/ADegree requiredState exam requiredVaries by board
MinnesotaN/AVaries by state boardState-approved examVaries by board
Wisconsin$258,160Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Illinois$265,720Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Missouri$213,430Degree requiredState exam requiredVaries by board
Nebraska$323,510Varies by state boardState-approved examVaries by board
South DakotaN/AVaries by state boardState-approved examVaries by board

License by Endorsement

Transfer requirements are state-specific. Use this quick matrix as a planning signal, then verify final endorsement rules with each board.

StateReciprocity ScoreTierNotes
Iowa50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Minnesota78HighBoard-specific review required.
Wisconsin50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Illinois50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Missouri50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Nebraska78HighBoard-specific review required.
  • License status indicator: Active.
  • Continuing education indicator: Continuing education required to maintain license.
  • Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Official Licensing Agency

Official website verified

Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing • State Board of Speech Pathology & Audiology

6200 Park Avenue Des Moines, IA 50321, Suite 100, Des Moines, IA, 50319-0075

Phone: 5152810254

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a Physician Pathologist in Iowa?

Most applicants finish the licensing path in about Varies by board, but timing can change based on education track, exam scheduling, and board processing.

What exams are required for Physician Pathologists in Iowa?

Iowa lists State exam required as part of the licensure process for Physician Pathologists.

What education do you need to become a Physician Pathologist in Iowa?

The board typically expects Degree required for Physician Pathologist licensure in Iowa.

Can I transfer my Physician Pathologist license to Iowa from another state?

Transfer requirements vary by board. License status indicator: Active. Continuing education indicator: Continuing education required to maintain license. Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Who is the licensing agency for Physician Pathologists in Iowa?

The licensing agency is Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing / State Board of Speech Pathology & Audiology. Review agency details at https://dial.iowa.gov/about/boards/speech-pathology-audiology.

How often do you renew a Physician Pathologist license in Iowa?

Current guidance indicates a renewal cycle of See board renewal rules.