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PEORIA AREA SPEECH-LANGUAGE HEARING ASSOCIATION
Peoria Area Speech-Language Hearing Association
The Peoria Area Speech-Language Hearing Association (PASHA) is a diverse organization of speech-language pathologists and audiologists who work in public and private schools, area hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, and private practices. Continuing education opportunities offered by PASHA enable these professionals to meet the needs of their clients with the most current treatments available.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Meeting your Networking & Continuing Education needs
Annually, PASHA offers its members at least 4 professional development opportunities, totaling at least 8 continuing education units (CEUs). CEUs are provided through the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation. EI credit is also sometimes offered, depending on the program topic.
Professional development programs are 2 hours and are presented by local professionals, covering a wide range of topics related to the fields of Speech Pathology and Audiology. Professional development programs are offered for both medical-based and school-based professions.
These programs are held on week nights, anytime September through May. In order to ensure the health and safety of our members, all programs at this time will be hosted via the Zoom platform. You will need to contact Danila McAsey at Danilaslrs3@gmail.com to confirm your attendance at each meeting. She will then send out the necessary Zoom link.
Professional development program CEUs are included in the yearly Membership fee of $28. Non-members may receive CEUs for $15 PER program.
Upcoming PASHA Programs:
To be determined for upcoming 2022-2023 year
Cost: Free for members; $15 for non-members
Additional Education Opportunities:
If you know of or are hosting an educational opportunity, please contact us at pashaillinois@gmail.com and we will gladly post it here.
HONORS OF THE ASSOCIATION
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NOMINATIONS
2022
Each year PASHA members are given the opportunity to nominate a fellow speech-language pathologist or audiologist, a service agency, or a person in the community for “Honors of the Association”. This award recognizes exceptional achievement in our profession. The honoree’s contribution should be in one of the following areas:
Public awareness or education regarding communication disorders
Service to PASHA, ISHA, ASHA or other professional organization
Clinical Activities
Academic coursework or teaching
Research and publication
Administrative services
Other activities promoting the interests of the field
This is a great way to recognize your colleagues, community, or those we serve for their hard work and excellent leadership within our profession!
Please use the link below to access the online nomination form:
MEMBERSHIP
Membership with the Peoria Area Speech-Language Hearing Association (PASHA) is affordable, educational, and fun! Members are notified of meetings and professional development opportunities through regular mailings, e-mails, and/or Facebook notices.
Annual dues are $28.00 and entitle members to:
Professional development programs four times each year with Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation continuing education units (CEUs). **Non-members may receive CEUs for $15 PER program.
Access to the Illinois Speech-Language Hearing Association (ISHA) through representation by local speech-language pathologists and/or audiologists.
Networking with area professionals in educational and social settings.
JOIN PASHA TODAY!
Click on the link below to complete a membership form.
You will be provided with 2 dues payment options, included in this form:
1. Paypal - link provided once Google membership form is completed. (*$2 fee applied for using PayPal)
2. Check (payable to PASHA) to:
PASHA
2001 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Suite 106
Peoria, IL 61614
2022-2023 LEADERSHIP TEAM
The PASHA Executive Committee meets at least 5 times per year to discuss current legislation related to speech pathology and audiology, organize professional development opportunities, and plan for social events that provide networking for local professionals and families alike.
PRESIDENT
Vacant
PRESIDENT-ELECT
Vacant
TREASURER
Christine Fletcher
RECORDING SECRETARY
Brooke Stamm
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
Perri Grimm
ISHA REPRESENTATIVE (FIRST YEAR)
Heather Brown
ISHA REPRESENTATIVE (SECOND YEAR)
Carrie Kerr
MEMBERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Danila McAsey
AUDIT/BUDGET & BY-LAWS
Laura Morrow
EDUCATION RESOURCES
Kristin Faulkner
HONORS
Marissa Ulm
SOCIAL MEDIA
Casey Morgenstern