Volunteer Opportunity: Speech-Language Pathology Item Writer
May 11, 2026
Type of Opportunity: Virtual
Sign-Up Expiration Date: May 29, 2026
Interest Area:Certification
Contact Person (Email): exams@asha.org
Time Commitment: 1-3 months
Travel: N/A
Description of Opportunity: ASHA and PSI (an ETS Company) are seeking dedicated individuals to serve as item writers for the national speech-language pathology examination. Serving as an item writer gives you the opportunity to directly support a fair, valid examination while gaining insight into the assessment development process and strengthening your professional skills.
Item writing is a self-paced activity, making it an accessible and flexible way to engage with ASHA’s assessment work and to contribute to the profession.
Selected item writers will each be assigned 12-15 items aligned with specific areas identified in the test specifications. Assignments will be distributed in mid-June and will be due by August 2.
Item writers are expected to adhere to all item writing guidelines, make every effort to meet the August 2 submission deadline, and participate in one of the following virtual training sessions, which will review best practices and provide an overview of the item writing platform:
- Friday, June 12, 3-4:30 pm ET
- Monday, June 15, 12-1:30 pm ET
- Tuesday, June 16, 7-8:30 pm ET
A recording will be made available for those who are unable to attend a live virtual training.
Experience Required: No previous item writing experience is required. Applicants must hold the CCC-SLP and have 3 years of clinical work experience. Prospective item writers should have experience with students, Clinical Fellows, new practitioners, and/or be an early career professional.
Task Deadline: August 2, 2026
Level of Effort: Easy
Number of Volunteers Needed: 25
Application Process: Interested candidates should complete the online application form by May 29, 2026. Selected applicants will be notified by June 5.
Please email exams@asha.org with any questions. We hope you will consider applying and lending your experience to this meaningful opportunity.
