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Student Corner

Free Student Membership

All Student members both new and renewing will now receive complimentary ISHA membership. To join or renew – visit ISHA’s website HERE. Simply select the code STUDENT from the dropdown menu at checkout.

Recording Available: Fall 2025 ISHA Student Webinar: Rethinking Behavior: An OT-SLP Collaborative Paradigm for Sensory Integration and Support

ISHA hosted a student webinar that introduces therapy students to a new way of understanding a student’s behavior.  The webinar was co-presented by an occupational therapist and SLP.  A recording of this webinar is now available. 

Pathway to Licensure Documents

To assist students with the Illinois licensure process, ISHA has compiled several documents outlining the steps needed to apply for and obtain different types of Illinois licensure. See below for these resources:

Please reach out to membership@ishail.org with any questions or concerns regarding ISHA Student membership or any of the information mentioned above – we are here to help.

Student Day at ISHA's 66th Annual Convention is Friday, Febuary 20th

  • Make plans to join us for ISHA’s 2026 Annual Convention on February 19-20, 2026 at the Tinley Park Convention Center in Tinley Park, IL!
  • Registration is now open.
  • NEW FOR 2026 – ISHA’S RECRUITING LOUNGE
    • Your 30-minute one-on-one session is a chance to explore networking opportunities, participate in interviews, and receive personalized career coaching. Come prepared with your questions, ideas, and—most importantly—your enthusiasm!
    • Sign-up information will be shared in January!
  • Student Day will be held on Friday, February 20th
    • General Sessions (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
    • Student Day Session 1 (9:15 – 10:00 AM) - Your Grad School Game Plan: Tips and Tools for a Strong Application
    • Student Day Session 2 (10:15 – 11:00 AM) - Bridging the Gap: From Classroom to Career - Strategies for a Smooth Transition from Student Life to Professional Success
    • Tailgate/Lunch (11:30 AM – 12:00 PM)
    • SIRCA Posters Session 1 (12:00 – 1:00 PM)
    • SIRCA Posters Session 2 (1:15 – 2:15 PM)
    • SIRCA 15-Minute Talks (2:15 – 3:15 PM)
    • Knowledge Quest (3:30 – 5:00 PM) – Sign-up now
      • Looking for a fun way to practice for the Praxis while competing against and interacting with your future colleagues? Ready to take on the competition to win some cash? Show your skills by tackling The Stepping Stones Group Knowledge Quest during ISHA's Annual Convention on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 3:30-5 p.m. There is no need to practice for this event — just come as you are!
      • The deadline to register your team is February 13, 2026. Each team member is required to complete an individual registration.
    • Exhibitors (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM)