What could happen to a certified SLP who violates the code of ethics?

A certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) who violates the code of ethics could indeed face consequences such as the revocation of their Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCCs). The CCCs are granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and demonstrate that the SLP meets the professional standards required for practice. When these standards are compromised through unethical behavior, ASHA has the authority to revoke the CCCs of the SLP, reflecting the seriousness of maintaining ethical standards in the profession.

In the context of professional practice, ethical violations can range from breaching confidentiality to providing inadequate care. Such actions undermine the trust placed in the SLP by clients and the community, and organizations like ASHA prioritize the upholding of ethical norms to ensure professionalism and accountability. The revocation of CCCs serves not only as a consequence for the individual but also as a protective measure for clients and the integrity of the field as a whole.