126: What’s the point of state associations, anyway? with Meredith Harold, PhD, CCC-SLP and Susie Ternes, AuD, CCC-A
We’re diving into the benefits of state associations with my guests, Meredith Harold and Susie Ternes. In the episode, you’ll learn about the roles Meredith and Susie play in the Kansas Speech and Hearing Association. If you’ve ever wondered what the purpose of state associations are, why they exist, and if it’s worth the dues, then I hope you’ll check out this episode.
Topics covered:
What is an association?
How is it governed?
Volunteer Board plus paid staff
Benefits of state associations:
Advocating at the state level - Dues pay lobbyists!
Networking
Professional development
Resources
Learn about job openings
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Someone to contact about billing, reimbursement, legal issues, licensure questions, best practice, and more.
the discussion guide
Download your free Discussion Guide to unpack the information covered in the episode at a deeper level. The Discussion Guide can be used in a group setting or on your own.
Resources mentioned in the episode
Kansas Speech Language Hearing Association: www.ksha.org
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact: https://aslpcompact.com/
Thanks for these great resources, Meredith and Susie!
KSHA’s legislative accomplishments from 2016 to 2021
Meredith Poore Harold, PhD, CCC-SLP is a scientist and clinician, working to find realistic solutions to implement our field’s best research in practice. She is also the founder and owner of The Informed SLP and current President of the Kansas Speech–Language–Hearing Association (2021).
Susie Ternes, AuD, CCC-A is the Executive Director of the Kansas Speech–Language–Hearing Association and a clinical audiologist at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. She lobbies at the state and national level for changes that impact professional practice, clients, and students. She also coordinates continuing education events for members and raises public awareness of speech, language, and hearing disorders.
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