Speech-Language Pathology Pathway to Reinstatement

This pathway walks you step-by-step through the process of applying for reinstatement of the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) 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-SLP.

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 number of years your CCC-SLP has been expired.

0–12 months = 10 PDHs
13–24 months = 20 PDHs
25 months or more = 30 PDHs

Why: Ongoing professional development provides assurance to clients/patients that your knowledge is current across the Scope of Practice in Speech-Language Pathology.

Step 3

Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology

If your CCC-SLP has been expired for 12 months or less:

You don’t need to retake the Praxis exam.

If your CCC-SLP has been expired for 12 months or more:

You must provide confirmation that you achieved a passing Praxis score less than 5 years before applying for reinstatement.

Why: The knowledge and skills of all applicants for reinstatement of certification must be reassessed by ASHA. A passing Praxis 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-SLP to ASHA—you’ll also see a link to apply for reinstatement when you login to your ASHA account.

Read the current speech-language pathology standards to be aware of any changes.

Step 5

Reinstatement Fee

$375 for CCC-SLP and ASHA membership
$349 for CCC-SLP without ASHA membership

Step 6

Reinstatement Timeline

Please allow up to 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: Until you receive notification from the National Office that your certification has been reinstated, you cannot present yourself as holding the CCC-SLP or as being certified by ASHA.