ASHA Membership

Update: ASHA dues will change for the 2025 membership year. Please read ASHA New Dues Information for details.

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Why Join ASHA

If you work in communication sciences and disorders (CSD) or are a related professional, The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has something for you.

ASHA sets professional standards, advocates, provides educational opportunities, fosters community, and much more. 

Types of Membership and Affiliation

Certified Membership in Audiology

Open to Audiologists applying for or who currently hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). You must meet the audiology standards in effect at the time of your application. Apply.

Certified Membership in Speech-Language Pathology

Open to Speech-Language Pathologists applying for or who currently hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). You must meet the speech-language pathology standards in effect at the time of your application. Apply.

Membership Without Certification

Open to individuals who hold a graduate degree or its equivalent with major emphasis in audiology, speech-language pathology, or speech, language, or hearing science. Apply.

NSSLHA Membership

Open to CSD students to help them stay current on advancements in CSD, network with other students, and save money on products and services. Join.

Graduate Student Membership

Available to current ASHA Certified Members who are returning to school as a full-time or part-time student. Learn more.

International Affiliate

Open to persons who reside abroad and who are not exclusively citizens of the United States. Apply.

Certificate Holders-Only (Audiology)

Option for an Audiologist to hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) but not become a member of the Association.

Certificate Holders-Only (Speech-Language Pathology)

Option for a Speech-Language Pathologist to hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) but not become a member of the Association.

Assistants Certification Program

ASHA’s Assistant Certification Program has two certifications, one for audiology assistants and one for speech-language pathology assistants.  The certifications show employers you’re qualified and ready to work with licensed professionals across practice settings. Visit ASHA Assistants to learn how to apply. This replaces the Associate affiliation that ended on December 31, 2022. 

Life Membership

Available to current ASHA Members who are at least 65 at the time of application, and have at least 25 consecutive years or 35 cumulative years of ASHA membership Learn more.

Get Involved

Make the most out of your ASHA membership or affiliation and get engaged! Write an article, be a mentor, advocate for the professions, or participate in one of the many other opportunities available. Whatever your interests, we have something that's right for you.

ASHA needs your expertise now. Check out the many ways you can get involved today.

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