Fix SLP: Advocacy & Accountability in Speech-Language Pathology

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Guilt by Google Doc: The Praxis Exam Scandal Explained Jul 30, 2025

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This week, we break down the shocking Praxis exam scandal that has rocked the SLP world. ETS canceled scores for over 180 future clinicians, citing cheating and policy violations tied to a shared Google Doc. We explain what happened, who’s being penalized, and why the response from ASHA is raising eyebrows. Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, bring clarity, evidence, and a call to stop fear-based culture in the field. If you're impacted or just want to understand what this means for the profession, you don’t want to miss this episode.

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ASHA CCC Reinstatement: Facts, Fear, and What You Actually Need Jul 22, 2025

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In this summer school episode, Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, unpack everything SLPs need to know about CCC reinstatement, from costs and Praxis requirements to outdated myths. Whether you’re a new grad, stay-at-home mom, or seasoned clinician ready to let the CCC go, this episode breaks down the three requirements for reinstatement and what’s actually worth worrying about. Plus, updates on the Fix SLP on our way to 100K contest!

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SLPs: Stop Rubber‑Stamping ASHA Elections — Vote No Jul 14, 2025

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Are ASHA elections really democratic? In this episode of the Fix SLP Podcast, Dr. Jeanette Benigas, SLP, and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, dig into ASHA’s so-called “elections,” exposing how the committee system hand-picks a slate, leaving SLPs with no real choice. They discuss the heavy tilt toward academia, why it keeps the same priorities in power, and how voting NO is a small but powerful protest. Learn why thousands of SLPs are removing CCCs from their signatures, dropping membership, and urging peers to vote NO to demand change. Tune in for candid insights, practical action, and our trademark Fix SLP sass.

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Drop the CCC Flex. It’s Just Making ASHA Richer Jul 08, 2025

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Welcome to episode 3 of the Fix SLP Summer School Series! Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Elizabeth Nielsen, MA/SLP, break down why the CCC is NOT a license, how to correctly sign your name as an SLP, and how putting CCC everywhere just turns you into a free ASHA billboard. We’re tackling the sneaky ways this misinformation keeps spreading so you can protect your title—and your wallet. Whether you’re a new grad or a seasoned pro, this is your reminder to stop advertising for ASHA and start standing up for yourself. Share it, rate it, and keep fixing the mess in our field!

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Michigan SLP Bill: Cutting Red Tape with House Bill 4484 Jul 03, 2025

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Join Dr. Jeanette Benigas, Preston Lewis, MA/SLP, and Alexa Chapman, MA/SLP, as they break down Michigan’s House Bill 4484, a major step in ensuring state licensure remains the sole credential for SLPs—no CCC required. Hear how grassroots advocacy drove this bill forward, what it means for SLPs across Michigan, and why it’s a model for other states. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at testifying in Lansing and what’s next for Fix SLP’s nationwide movement.

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Challenging the CCC in SLP Jobs | Fix SLP Summer School Ep. 2 Jul 01, 2025

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This Fix SLP Podcast Summer School episode breaks down why CCC requirements still show up in SLP job postings—and how you can push back. Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, tackle lazy copy-paste listings, leadership mindsets stuck in the past, and how real SLPs have gotten major employers to drop the CCC. Hear wins from Michigan, plus learn how to start the conversation with HR. Ready to bust myths and change your workplace? Subscribe and keep schooling the system.

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Do You Really Need the CCC in Private Practice? | Fix SLP Summer School Ep. 1 Jun 24, 2025

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Welcome to Episode 1 of the Fix SLP Summer School series—where we’re schooling the system all summer long. Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, and private practice owner Elizabeth Nielsen, MA/SLP, tackle a key question: Do you really need the CCC in private practice? Elizabeth shares how dropping the CCC had zero impact on billing, referrals, or her waitlist—even with major payers like Blue Cross Blue Shield.

They also break down ASHA’s livestream response to the CMS rule changes, discuss tone policing in advocacy, and introduce Fix SLP’s action plan: a letter to CMS Administrator Dr. Oz requesting a two-year delay. This episode is for private practitioners, Clinical Fellows, and anyone rethinking the CCC. Download your letter and take action at fixslp.com.

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CMS Just Exposed the ASHA Clinical Fellowship Problem—Now What? Jun 17, 2025

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CMS didn’t create a new rule—they just enforced an old one in a new way. And it’s exposing the weakness in our entire clinical fellowship (CF) model. In this episode, Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, explain how ASHA’s CF requirement has now become a national liability, why CMS won’t listen to petitions, and what Fix SLP is doing instead. From the collapse of provisional licensure to a bold plan to rewrite state policies, this is the real story behind what’s shaking up SLP right now.

We’re not asking CMS to reverse course—we’re asking for a delay while we fix the problem ourselves. This is your call to action.

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How ASHA Built a Monopoly in Speech-Language Pathology, and Why We Filed a Federal Complaint Jun 10, 2025

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Fix SLP was never just about making noise—it was built to challenge systems that gatekeep, exploit, and mislead. In this foundational episode, Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, explain why the CCC isn’t just unnecessary—it might be illegal.

We walk through the Sherman Antitrust Act, our official complaint to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and how we allege ASHA's CCC requirement may violate federal law by restricting access to jobs, supervision, and professional advancement in speech-language pathology.

We expose the financial structure behind ASHA’s business model, the myth of the clinical fellowship year, and how the CCC props up a pay-to-play system that disproportionately harms new grads, small business owners, and anyone without institutional backing.

This is the legal case that lit the fire behind Fix SLP, and we’re just getting started.

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How Mentorship Is Failing SLPs — And What We Can Do About It Jun 03, 2025

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Mentorship is supposed to shape confident, competent SLPs, but too often, it leaves them overwhelmed, underprepared, and unsupported. In this episode, Dr. Jeanette Benigas talks with Lynsie Erickson-Facca, MS/SLP, of The Speech Pack, to unpack the mentorship crisis in our field, from outdated supervisors to broken systems, and what ethical, empowered mentorship should look like.

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If you missed last week's episode about mentorship, you can catch it here: Mentorship is Broken, and New SLPs are Paying the Price.

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