Nebraska Speech-Language-Hearing Association

06/01/2026

Are you interested in starting or advancing your professional and volunteer leadership—or in helping guide the next generation of leaders? https://leader.pubs.asha.org/do/10.1044/asha-launches-free-leadership-mentoring-program-for-members/full/?

Are you interested in starting or advancing your professional and volunteer leadership—or in helping guide the next generation of leaders? Enroll now to men tor or be mentored as part of ASHA's Leadership Mentoring Program.

05/31/2026

Assessment of student writing is an essential component of developing students’ writing abilities. https://keystoliteracy.com/blog/the-writing-rope-a-diagnostic-framework-for-formative-writing-assessment/?

Assessment of student writing is an essential component of developing students’ writing abilities. Although writing assessment can serve a variety of purposes, an important primary goal should be to inform instruction and improve students’ writing skills. This post focuses on formative writing a...

05/30/2026

As the professional world grows increasingly mobile, hear how the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact is making it easier for professionals to deliver services across state lines.

The Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact making it easier for  CSD professionals to Advocates discuss how it works, who may benefit from it, and what they’ve been doing to make it happen.

05/29/2026

By staying informed about emerging trends like these, professionals ensure that innovations in hearing and communication technology enhance access, support evidence-based care, and empower people to take charge of their hearing wellness.

With more than 148,000 attendees from around the world, the annual trade show offered a glimpse into consumer technology trends relevant to audiologists, SLPs, and the communities we serve.

05/28/2026

Check out ASHA’s new Evidence Map, Infants and Young Children at Risk for Neurodevelopmental Delay. https://apps.asha.org/EvidenceMaps/Maps/LandingPage/10b77dc2-b38f-ef11-8155-005056834e2b?

This Map contains content related to both SLP and audiology services for infants and young children who are at risk for neurodevelopmental delay due to factors such as birth history, medical history (e.g., infections, congenital conditions), family history, environmental exposures, and more.

05/27/2026

What: "Interprofessional Management of Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders"

Complimentary 0.10 ASHA CEU

When: Thursday May 28th at 7pm EST

Register Here: app.speechtherapypd.com/courses/empowering-providers-5

05/26/2026

Explore practical considerations and evidence-based information to help clinicians deliver effective, family-centered early intervention services that improve communication and developmental outcomes for infants and toddlers. https://www.asha.org/practice/early-intervention-provider-support/?

Audiologists and speech-language pathologists play a pivotal role in supporting the developmental journey of children who face communication, feeding, and swallowing challenges. That’s especially true for infants and toddlers aged birth to three years, the early intervention (EI) population.

05/25/2026

Speech-language pathologist Irene Brettman examines how this show portrays Parkinson’s-related speech changes and why that matters for real-world communication. https://leader.pubs.asha.org/do/10.1044/2026-0414-slp-parkinsons-dysarthria/full/?

A recent episode of the Apple TV+ dramedy “Shrinking” brings dysarthria into view via two characters experiencing Parkinson’s disease–related motor speech changes. Harrison Ford, playing a psychiatrist in the early stages of the disease, meets Michael J. Fox’s character in the waiting room...

05/24/2026

Learn how social determinants of health (SDOH) fit into your clinical scope—in terms of screening, referring, and sharing resources to support clients. https://www.asha.org/practice/social-determinants-of-health/sdoh-whats-my-role/?

How do SDOH fit into your clinical scope and responsibilities? Consider how to screen, make referrals, and share information.

05/23/2026

Review how educational audiologists manage hearing access, support technology, and improve classroom listening to enhance communication and learning.

Educational audiologists are uniquely qualified professionals who play a critical role in supporting students with hearing loss and auditory disorders in school settings. Their expertise spans evaluation, technology, training, and collaboration — ensuring that every student has equitable access to...