The annual ASHA Convention is the premier professional development and networking event for speech-language pathologists; audiologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; assistants; and students. It offers a robust in-person education program with supplemental virtual content.
The 2024 ASHA Convention will be held December 5–7, 2024 at the Seattle Convention Center in Seattle, Washington. The Seattle Convention Center is comprised of two buildings and ASHA will be using both:
Some activities will also be held at our Co-Leadership hotels:
These facilities are not connected, but we will have plenty of guidance on hand to help you get to where you need to go. If you have a mobility challenge, scooter and wheelchair rentals are available trhough Scootaround to help you get around at the ASHA Convention.
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The ASHA Convention is the most comprehensive education event in the world for speech, language, and hearing professionals. Our event provides attendees with a once-a-year opportunity to learn about the latest research, expand clinical skills and techniques, find new products and resources, and network with colleagues while earning continuing education credit.
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The Schedule at a Glance provides an overview of each day’s events.
The ASHA Convention education program covers 32 topic areas related to the professions and offers thousands of sessions—oral seminars, technical sessions, technical demos, poster presentations and short courses—for ASHA Continuing Education Credit or professional development hours.
The Exhibit Hall at the ASHA Convention is the largest showcase in the country dedicated to the professions of audiology, speech-language pathology, and speech and hearing science. Over 300 companies offering the latest products and services will be exhibiting on two floors. You’ll also find touchpoints such as ASHA booths and lounges and the ASHA Member Service Center where you can connect with ASHA staff and volunteer leaders on a variety of topics.
Attend social activities and special events, such as the Opening General Session, the Awards Ceremony, and the Closing General Session to round out your ASHA Convention experience and connect with your colleagues in the professions.
Information from A-Z about what you need to know for attending the ASHA Convention, such as parking, cancellation policies, accessibility for those with disabilities, what to wear, and much more.