ASHA is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 182,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology support personnel; and students. Audiologists specialize in preventing and assessing hearing and balance disorders as well as providing audiologic treatment, including hearing aids. Speech-language pathologists identify, assess, and treat speech and language problems, including swallowing disorders.
Vision: Making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all.
Mission: Empowering and supporting audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists through:
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advancing science,
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setting standards,
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fostering excellence in professional practice, and
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advocating for members and those they serve.
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