Professional Organizations

Below are several links to websites and other sources of professional information on the internet.

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
www.asha.org
The mission of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is to promote the interests of and provide the highest quality services for professionals in audiology, speech-language pathology, and speech and hearing science, and to advocate for people with communication disabilities.

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
exceptionalchildren.org
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is an international professional organization dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides professional development, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.

Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
ldaamerica.org
LDA provides support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. LDA is a voice for individuals with learning disabilities of all ages and their families, providing support, opportunities and resources to individuals with learning disabilities, their families, educators and other professionals who serve the learning disability community.

National Institute for Literacy (NIFL)
www.federalregister.gov/agencies/national-institute-for-literacy
The National Institute for Literacy is an independent federal organization created to ensure that the highest quality of literacy services is available to adults who need stronger literacy skills in order to take full advantage of continuing lifelong learning opportunities.

National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities (NJCLD)
njcld.org
The National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities (NJCLD) is a national committee of representatives of organizations committed to the education and welfare of individuals with learning disabilities. NJCLD provides collaborative multi-organizational leadership and resources to optimize outcomes for individuals with learning disabilities.

The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
www.ed.gov/about/ed-offices/osers
OSERS supports programs that assist in educating children with special needs, provides for the rehabilitation of youth and adults with disabilities, and supports research to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Schwab Foundation for Learning
www.schwablearning.org
Schwab Foundation for Learning is dedicated to raising awareness about learning differences and providing parents and teachers with the information, resources and support they need to improve the lives of kids with learning differences.

Educational Resources Information Center
eric.ed.gov
The Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC), a federally-funded national information system that provides, through its 16 subject-specific clearinghouses, associated adjunct clearinghouses, and support components, a variety of services and products on a broad range of education-related issues.