Hollis Pass is a valued member of the Cognitive Diagnostic Associates team. She is a California-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Assistive Technology Specialist, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication Specialist with more than 25 years of experience providing pediatric assessment and intervention.

Ms. Pass has worked with students presenting with a wide range of speech, language, oral motor, cognitive, physical, and communication needs. Her work includes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, consultation with families, and mentoring and professional development for speech-language pathologists. She brings extensive clinical experience to the assessment process and focuses on identifying each student’s specific barriers to communication, access, and participation in order to inform meaningful educational recommendations.

Ms. Pass began her professional career after earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, working as a technical writer and computer technology instructor. She later returned to graduate school and earned a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Since that time, she has worked across school, clinic, and private-practice settings, supporting children and families through individualized assessment and intervention.

Her advanced training includes the Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program through California State University, Northridge, completed in 2019, and an AAC Mentorship Program Certificate through SPG Therapy and Education, completed in 2020. She maintains the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence and a Clinical Rehabilitation Services Credential through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Ms. Pass is a member of Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology Services and has participated in the SPG Therapy and Education AT/AAC Special Interest Group. She has co-authored peer-reviewed research articles, contributed to presentations at professional and scholarly conferences, and co-authored a language therapy resource for students.

Outside of her professional work, Ms. Pass enjoys exploring California with her husband and friends, attending yoga and barre classes, and working through New York Times crossword puzzles, occasionally with a little digital assistance.