Volunteer Opportunity: Scope of Practice in Speech-Language Pathology Task Force

Type of Opportunity: Virtual and In-Person

Sign-Up Expiration Date: February 17, 2026

Interest Area: Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Practice

ASHA Staff Contact Person (Email): SLPScope@asha.org

Time Commitment: 21 months

Travel Commitment: Travel to the ASHA National Office is required

Description of Opportunity:

ASHA is preparing to update the Scope of Practice in Speech-Language Pathology.

The ASHA Board of Directors has charged a Task Force with updating the Scope of Practice. If you would like to be considered for the Task Force, please follow these steps by February 17, 2026:

1. Review the “Timeline and Commitments” and “Experience Required” sections below.
2. Answer the questions on the Volunteer Application Form.
3. Upload a résumé (maximum 2 pages) to the Volunteer Application Form that demonstrates your experience successfully collaborating with a team.

Timeline and Commitments:

• The work will start in spring 2026.
• We anticipate that the work will be completed by December 31, 2027.
• Attendance is required at regular virtual meetings. The Task Force will establish the frequency of meetings (e.g., bi-weekly, monthly).
• Attendance is required at two in-person meetings (one per year) at the ASHA National Office in Rockville, Maryland. ASHA will cover travel expenses in accordance with its travel policy.
• We expect all Task Force members to actively contribute to the work and discussions —not only during virtual and in-person meetings but also during those time periods between meetings.

Experience Required:

The applicant must meet all of the following criteria:

• Must be a speech-language pathologist (SLP) with at least 5 years' clinical experience post Clinical Fellowship.
• Must be an ASHA Certified Member.

Task Deadline: December 31, 2027

Level of Effort: Significant

Number of Volunteers Needed: 12