| The North Carolina Speech, Hearing and Language Association, inc. |
WELCOME TO NCSHLA The North Carolina Speech-Language Hearing Association (NCSHLA) is a dedicated organization committed to empowering and supporting its members through advocacy and education.
Our mission is to enhance the quality of and access to speech-language pathology and audiology services for all individuals. With a vision to set the highest standards of ethical practice and quality of care, we serve a diverse community.
Our key objectives include:
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Advocacy
Advocacy is the lifeblood of our organization. Our advocacy objectives include promoting the professional practice of speech-language pathology and audiology, serving as the unified voice of our professions, and eliminating barriers to effective service provision across North Carolina.
But to stay a powerful, driving force at the State Capitol, we need a robust, active membership body.
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If you are not yet a member: We need you to join us today.
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If you are a current member: Thank you for your support, and please remember to renew your membership for the upcoming year.
A strong, unified membership directly fuels our vital advocacy work—including fighting for Medicaid rate/reimbursement stabilization, preventing funding cuts, and demanding long-overdue rate increases. It also ensures we can continue providing high-quality, clinical, and highly relevant CEUs and educational symposia to improve your daily practice and overall job satisfaction.
Join or renew your commitment to your profession here: JOIN NOW!
Volunteer
We Are Our Own Future: Volunteer with NCSHLA!
NCSHLA is entirely powered by professionals just like you. While we are thrilled to welcome Matt Cuddington as our incoming President for the membership year starting this July, we currently do not have a President-Elect.
Beyond this critical role, we have several upcoming leadership and volunteer positions opening up, alongside committees that need fresh perspectives. Whether your interests lie in public relations, university affairs, school-based issues, or Speech Pathology/Audiology-related government affairs, there is a vital seat at the table for you. We have immediate opportunities to get involved with our Convention Committee, Schools Committee, and Healthcare and Private Practice Committees.
Stepping up to serve isn't just about building your resume—it is an opportunity to work side-by-side with passionate colleagues, make lifelong friends, and directly shape the landscape of our field. The truth is, we are the stewards of our own future. To keep our professions vibrant and moving forward, we cannot rely on a few to carry the load; it is our shared duty and responsibility to step up and participate.
Please act now. Stay informed about the shifting policies impacting your daily practice, and help us protect what we've built. Reach out to us at info@ncshla.org today, and we will connect you with a current board member who can answer any questions you have about roles, responsibilities, and time commitments.
Contact NCBOESLPA for Questions about NC Licensure
If you have questions about NC licensure, contact the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. This is the state regulatory body. Any dues paid to NCSHLA when intending to submit payment to the NCBOESLPA will not be eligible for refund. Please ensure you are joining the correct organization.