Planning for the Praxis? Here is What’s Changing for 2027 Exams

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Changes are in store for the Audiology and Speech‑Language Pathology PRAXIS exams (and the Audiology Assistant and SLP Assistant certification exams). They will be changing companies and moving from ETS to PSI early next year.  Why this matters for you If you’re scheduling a test for late 2026, nothing changes right away — you can still book through ETS/Prometric until the end of the year. If you’re planning to sit for the exam in 2027, PSI will open registration through…

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Empowering the Next Generation: How States Are Engaging Students in Advocacy

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Across the country, state speech, language, and hearing associations are reimagining how students engage in advocacy. Through hands-on experiences, mentorship, and creative programming, state associations in Washington, Florida, Kentucky, and Indiana are building meaningful pathways for students to develop their voices as future professionals. Although each state approaches advocacy differently, several clear themes emerge: Washington: Preparation That Leads To Action Washington’s state advocacy model stands…

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The New Federal Student Loan Rules: What Every SLP and AuD Student Needs to Know

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Update (June 26, 2026): After this article was originally published, a federal court temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Education from implementing its proposed definition of “professional degree.” The new federal student loan limits discussed below are still in effect, but the Department must revisit how it defines “professional degree” before applying that portion of the rule. ASHA continues to advocate for audiology and speech-language…

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Top Takeaways from Office Hours: Early-Career Professional Panel

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Starting your career in speech-language pathology or audiology comes with a lot of questions: what your day will look like, whether you’ll feel ready, and how to navigate those first few months on the job. During National NSSLHA’s Office Hours event, panelists shared honest insights about their experiences transitioning from graduate school into clinical practice. Watch the full event: 1. Career Path There’s no single…

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