Certificate Of Clinical Competence In Speech-language Pathology 90%

: All certificate holders must strictly adhere to the ASHA Code of Ethics to protect consumer welfare.

It is not a license to practice. State licensure is legally required to practice; the CCC-SLP is a voluntary certification that demonstrates advanced clinical competence and is highly valued by employers. : All certificate holders must strictly adhere to

: Completion of 400 supervised clock hours , including 25 hours of clinical observation and 375 hours of direct patient contact. : Completion of 400 supervised clock hours ,

: Studies indicate that certified SLPs may qualify for higher salary supplements and federal reimbursement. Maintenance and Ethics | | "Once you get it

The is the nationally recognized professional credential for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in the United States. Awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) , this "gold standard" credential signifies that a practitioner has met rigorous academic and professional standards beyond the minimum requirements for basic state licensure. Core Requirements for Earning the CCC-SLP

| Misconception | Reality | |---------------|---------| | "CCC-SLP is the same as a license." | No – license is legal permission; CCC is a voluntary certification of clinical competence. | | "You need the CCC to work in schools." | No – many schools require state teacher certification or a state SLP license; but many districts prefer or require CCC. | | "Once you get it, you have it for life." | No – must be maintained every 3 years with fees and continuing education. | | "The CCC is recognized internationally." | Only in limited contexts (e.g., some Canadian provinces, mutual recognition with UK's HCPC/RCSLT is not automatic). For international practice, check local requirements. |

: Candidates must earn a master’s, doctoral, or other recognized post-baccalaureate degree from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA).