Audiology Pathway to Reinstatement
This pathway walks you step-by-step through the process of applying for reinstatement of the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) if your ASHA certification has expired, or has been resigned, retired, or revoked.
Step 1
Eligibility
Determine if you are eligible to apply for reinstatement of the CCC-A.
Why: Individuals applying for reinstatement of their ASHA certification must meet current reinstatement policies and procedures.
Step 2
Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
Provide evidence of professional development activities completed based on the amount of time you have not held the CCC-A.
- Up to 12 months = 10 PDHs
- 12–24 months = 20 PDHs
- 24 months or more = 30 PDHs
Why: Ongoing professional development provides assurance to clients/patients that your knowledge and skills are up to date across the Scope of Practice in Audiology.
Step 3
Praxis Exam in Audiology
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If you hold a doctoral degree and your ASHA certification has been expired
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If you hold a master’s degree and your ASHA certification has been expired for any period of time, you must retake the Praxis exam and provide confirmation of a passing score in order to regain certification. |
The achievement of a doctoral degree has been an ASHA certification requirement since the 2012 Audiology Certification Standards went into effect. Therefore, the certification reinstatement requirement to provide a passing score on the Praxis exam depends on the degree you currently hold.
Why: The knowledge and skills of all applicants for reinstatement of certification must be reassessed by ASHA. If you’re required to retake the Praxis, a passing score less than 5 years old provides assurance to clients/patients that you practice with skill and safety and that your knowledge and skills are up to date.
Step 4
Apply
Submit your online reinstatement application for the CCC-A to ASHA. Check the status of your application in your ASHA account.
Read the current audiology standards to be aware of any new requirements.
Step 5
Reinstatement Fee
- $400 for CCC-A and ASHA membership
- $371 for CCC-A without ASHA membership
Step 6
Reinstatement Timeline
Please allow 4–6 weeks for the review of your online application and required documentation. Certification can be reinstated only after verification that all requirements have been met.
Remember: Wait until you receive notification from the National Office that your certification has been reinstated before presenting yourself as holding the CCC-A or as being certified by ASHA.
