FEES Certification

2026 Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing Certification Course: 

Performance and Interpretation

May 1-2, 2026

Registration

Course Overview

At the end of this in-person course, participants will receive certification in FEES learning procedures, including safe endoscope handling and interpretation of swallowing function in pediatric and adult populations. The course will include a combination of didactic coursework and hands-on training with supervision. This course meets Tennessee guidelines for didactic training and participants will obtain some of the passes required by the state of Tennessee.

Course Fee

$600

Learning Objectives

• Identify important anatomical landmarks in the nasopharynx, oropharynx and hypopharynx for conducting and interpreting FEES exams.
• Compare and contrast the benefits and limitations of FEES versus VFSS as instrumental exams.
• Describe the safety of FEES, low incidence of complications of FEES, and research evidence supporting the use of FEES.
• List commonly used validated FEES rating scales to assess swallowing safety, efficiency, and physiology.
• Describe key language and important findings to include in FEES reports.
• Discuss legal considerations and state/ASHA guidelines for FEES.
• State ways to prepare for pediatric visits, ways to troubleshoot pediatric exams, and tailoring exams for pediatrics of different ages.

ASHA CEUs are provided for this event. ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures. Partial credit is available.