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Code of Ethics
All ASHA members are bound by the ASHA Code of Ethics (last revised January 2003).
Ethics Program News
From the Director of Ethics
This series of articles by ASHA's director of ethics focuses on current topics and issues related to professional ethics in audiology, speech-language pathology, and speech, language, and hearing sciences.
2009 Student Ethics Essay Award Recipients
ASHA is pleased to announce the winners of the 2009 Student Ethics Essay Award.
 Ethics Education
Ethics Education is an essential instructional manual for college and university faculty as well as those working within the professions. As a revision of the popular Ethics: Resources for Professional Preparation, Ethics Education combines case studies with decision-making models to teach the knowledge and skills students need.
Principles of Ethics Poster [PDF]
The four ethical principles that comprise the foundation of ASHA's Code of Ethics are displayed in a downloadable document suitable for framing.
Complaint Filing Instructions and Board of Ethics Procedures
Instructions and Form for Filing Complaints [PDF]
Complaints of alleged violations of the Code of Ethics must be submitted in writing, using the complaint filing form, which includes instructions and tips for ensuring that the Board of Ethics has the facts and other information it needs to consider the complaint.
Statement of Practices and Procedures of the Board of Ethics
This document describes the practices and procedures followed by the Board of Ethics in handling alleged violations of the Code of Ethics.
Statement of Practices and Procedures for Appeals of Board of Ethics Decisions
This document outlines the procedures for appealing rulings by the ASHA Board of Ethics.
Ethics Education
Issues in Ethics Statements
Issues in Ethics statements provide analysis and instruction concerning specific issues related to ethical conduct. These statements were developed to promote awareness and thoughtful consideration of ethical issues and to help individuals engage in self-guided ethical decision making.
Ethics-Related Articles and Other Information
Ethics-related articles from The ASHA Leader and articles/information from other sources
Ethical Issues in Swallowing
Links to articles from Special Interest Division newsletters and ASHA journals
Board of Ethics Convention Presentation Handouts
Links to Board of Ethics Convention presentation handouts
Other Ethics-Related Resources
Ethics Roundtable
An archive of past discussions by experts on various ethics topics.
Statements Regarding the AuD
Statements of the ASHA Executive Board and Board of Ethics regarding use of the AuD designator
Web Links to Ethics Information
Sources of ethics information from ASHA and other organizations
Reference Library Quick Links
Guidelines for the Responsible Conduct of Research: Ethics and the Publications Process
This guidelines document was prepared by ASHA's Committee on Research Integrity and Publication Practice to provide information on ethical standards for the responsible conduct and reporting of research in communication sciences and disorders.
Scopes of Practice
Documents for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology that outline parameters for the practice of the professions. Ethical practice requires that the professional work within his or her respective scope.
ASHA Practice Policy
The entire set of official documents of the Association, including cardinal documents (e.g., Code of Ethics, Scopes of Practice) and practice policy documents for audiology and speech-language pathology.
David Denton is ASHA's director of ethics. Contact him by e-mail at ddenton@asha.org or through the Action Center at 800-498-2071, ext. 5785.
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