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Abstract
Professionalism is expected of speech-language pathologists across day-to-day interactions and is further expanded in professional development activities and courses. In comparison to other fields where there are multiple examinations of professionalism, there are limited examinations of how professionalism relates to speech-language pathology. In this qualitative study, 12 speech-language pathologists were interviewed regarding their perspectives and experiences related to professionalism and core values. Through a phenomenological framework, the interview transcripts were transcribed and coded using reflexive thematic analysis. Three themes were identified within the interviews: (1) commitment to ethical standards and professional excellence, (2) fostering inclusivity, collaboration, and ongoing development, and (3) effective communication and relationship building. How perspectives aligned with and diverged from previous research are discussed.