The Complete Guide to Earning ASHA CEUs Through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

ASHA CEUs are the standard measurement for professional development activities recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). One ASHA CEU equals ten contact hours of participation in an approved continuing education experience.

These units are essential for meeting ASHA continuing education requirements and are a prerequisite for speech pathologists and audiologists to maintain their certification and stay current with best practices.

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), often simply called the ASHA Association, is the national professional organization for speech-language pathologists and audiologists. It sets the ASHA certification maintenance standards that professionals must meet to retain their Certified Clinical Competence (CCC) credentials.

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) sets the standards for certification and continuing education for SLPs and audiologists. To maintain your ASHA certification, CCC-SLP for Speech Pathologists or CCC-A for Audiologists, you must meet specific ASHA CEU requirements every three-year cycle.

So, how many ASHA CEUs do you need? You’re required to complete 30 certification maintenance hours (CMHs) every three years, including at least 1 hour in ethics. These are equivalent to 3.0 ASHA CEUs. This ensures that your skills evolve alongside evidence-based advancements in the field.

Continuing education for speech therapy and audiology includes a variety of activities, such as workshops, conferences, webinars, and online courses. Many professionals choose speech therapy CEUs online for flexibility and convenience.

Qualifying activities include:

• Courses listed in the ASHA Learning Center
• Seminars and conferences with ASHA CEU hours
• Online CEUs via trusted platforms

When searching for speech therapy ASHA courses, make sure the provider is an ASHA-approved CEU provider to ensure your hours will be accepted.

The ASHA CEU Registry, sometimes called the ASHA Continuing Education Registry, is a valuable tool for keeping track of your hours. It’s your official record for all completed CEUs.
Always verify your status regularly through the ASHA registry to avoid surprises when renewal time comes. You can monitor your progress, print transcripts, and ensure you meet all ASHA CEU requirements before your renewal deadline.

If you decide not to use the ASHA registry, it’s important to keep your own records of completed courses. You may need to provide documentation to maintain your CCC or meet your state licensure requirements.
A good way to stay organized is to save your course completion certificates in a dedicated folder and track your courses in a spreadsheet for each maintenance period.

Both options are valid and have advantages! SLP CEUs online offer flexibility and convenience, while in-person events can provide networking opportunities and hands-on training. Your choice depends on your preferred learning style and professional goals.

At The Pediatric Source, all of our courses are ASHA CEU-approved, ensuring they meet the highest standards for professional development. We’re proud to offer affordable continuing education designed specifically for busy speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists.

When you take a course with us, you’re not just earning CEUs—you’re joining a supportive community of professionals committed to making a difference in pediatric care.

Feel free to find the courses we have here.

If you supervise students or CFs, you'll need to meet ASHA supervision requirements. There are specific ASHA supervision CEU requirements to ensure supervisors are well-prepared.