The American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) is the national professional organization and credentialing association for (a) audiologists; (b) speech-language pathologists; (c) speech, language, and hearing scientists; (d) speech-language pathology and audiology assistants; and (e) students. ASHA provides national clinical certification for what is commonly referred to as the “Cs” (i.e. CCC-SLP, CCC-A, & C-SLPA). More information can be found here: www.asha.org

The Speech-Language Hearing Association of Virginia (SHAV) is the state chapter affiliated with ASHA. The chapter does not receive any monetary compensation from ASHA; however, SHAV does apply for grants when appropriate and utilizes ASHA’s resources for technical assistance with our shared mission and vision.  SHAV does not provide certification or licensure. More information can be found here: www.shav.org

The American Academy of Audiology (AAA) is a professional organization of Audiologists who provide continuing education, research, and increased public awareness of hearing and hearing disorders. More information can be found here: www.audiology.org

The Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (VA BASLP) is the licensing board that regulates audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and school speech-language pathologists in Virginia. In order to practice in Virginia, you must hold a state license. More information can be found here: www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/ASLP

There are many benefits to being a SHAV member! 

• Reduced fees to the annual conference and other CE events!
• FREE on-demand webinars in the areas of supervision, DEI, and ethics. New webinars with varied areas of interest are added each year. 
• SHAV Groups to collaborate with colleagues who share your professional interests
• Leadership opportunities to mentor a new professional and Conference Connections
• Volunteer opportunities for various committees
• Advocacy support
• Weekly e-blasts with events and news from around the state

To see a full list of membership benefits, check out the website. https://www.shav.org/membershipbenefits 

SLPs and SLP-As differ in their educational background, clinical training, scope of practice, as well as their licensure, certification, and continuing education requirements. SLPs provide therapy services independently. A SLPA cannot be hired without an SLP as a supervisor. SLPAs are not trained for independent practice. They supplement the services of a licensed SLP. 

Virginia Administrative Code. (n.d.). 18 VAC 30-21-60. Retrieved October 31, 2024, from https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title18/agency30/chapter21/section60/

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (n.d.). Using your ASHA CEUs: FAQs. Retrieved from https://www.asha.org/ce/faqs/faqs_development/

Virginia Department of Health Professions. (n.d.). 18VAC30-21-100. Continuing education requirements for renewal of an active license. Retrieved from https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title18/agency30/chapter21/section100/

No, CE does not get reported to SHAV and is not a requirement for membership. However, SHAV is an ASHA and AAA CE provider for some of our events. The number of CE hours earned is located on our website on the events page. Additionally, CE hours earned can be submitted to the VA Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology to meet their CE requirements.

Virginia Administrative Code. (n.d.). 18 VAC 30-21-60. Retrieved October 31, 2024, from https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title18/agency30/chapter21/section60/

American Academy of Audiology. (n.d.). New professionals guide to continuing education. Retrieved from https://www.audiology.org/new-professionals-guide-to-continuing-education/

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (n.d.). Using your ASHA CEUs: FAQs. Retrieved from https://www.asha.org/ce/faqs/faqs_development/

Virginia Department of Health Professions. (n.d.). 18VAC30-21-100. Continuing education requirements for renewal of an active license. Retrieved from https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title18/agency30/chapter21/section100/

SHAV Groups is a grassroots program created to meet diverse needs and passions of SHAV members. The program provides opportunities for members to collaborate on specific areas of practice, network with others who share their professional interest, and promote learning and professional growth. Participants must be SHAV members. Each group will be led by a SHAV Board liaison.

Activities will be determined within the group, but could include:

• Shared Reading
• Discussion
• Speakers
• Projects
• Development of presentations

Groups will determine the details of scheduling meetings, whether virtual or in person. Joining SHAV Groups is easy. See the weblink below for direct contact information for each SHAV Group.

More information can be found here: https://www.shav.org/shav-groups

There are many SHAV committees. As a member, you may serve on any SHAV Committee, including: 

• Advocacy Committee
• Communications Committee
• Conference Committee
• Honors Committee

For more specific information- check out https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1veVbOr6lV0m3-cAZ-EpyLNPTX58UFk3G/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105901763583094977526&rtpof=true&sd=true