Fellowship, an award recognizing a professional or scientific achievement, may be given to a member on approval of two-thirds of the committee members. The status of Fellow shall be retained by the individual to whom it is awarded as long as the person remains a member in good standing of the Association.

Fellowship may be bestowed for a significant single contribution or for a series of contributions. These achievements may consist of any of the following areas:

• innovative teaching techniques or innovative curriculum development;
• development of new diagnostic or therapeutic test materials or curriculum;
• development of outstanding or innovative clinical techniques or programs;
• outstanding administrative abilities;
• development of new devices that assist in the human communication process;
• outstanding research findings that have the potential of shaping the future of the professions of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology;
• or service to ISHA including service on committees, the Executive Board, or in other significant capacities.

The award shall be based upon outstanding achievements in the professions of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology within the past two years. The nominee shall be a regular member in good standing of ISHA. Nomination requires sponsorship of an ISHA member.