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American Academy of Audiology | www.audiology.org
What Is an Audiologist?
Audiologists are licensed health-care professionals who diagnose, treat, and manage
hearing loss and balance disorders for adults and children. Treatment for hearing
loss typically involves selecting and fitting hearing aids, cochlear implants, and other
assistive technologies.
While most audiologists earn a doctor of audiology (AuD) degree, there are other
doctoral degrees that audiologists can obtain (i.e., PhD, ScD, etc.), which are
typically research-oriented and provide important scientific guidance to the
profession.
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Facts About Audiology and Hearing Loss
• Approximately 55% of the 16,000 audiologists practicing in the United States have
received an AuD.
• More than 36 million Americans have some type of hearing problem.
• At least half of all Americans will experience some type of balance problem in their
lifetime.
• Many audiologists earn 6-figure incomes annually.
• U.S. News and World Report ranked audiology as one of the 50 Best Careers from 2006
to 2009. Reuters ranked the profession of audiology as one of the least stressful jobs.
• There are currently 74 doctoral programs in audiology and/or related hearing science in
the United States.
• Audiologists work with patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults.
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Where Do Audiologists Practice?Audiologists practice in a variety of settings:
• Private practice
• Private clinics
• Hospitals
• Universities
• Schools
• Hearing instrument industry
• Federal government
• Otolaryngology offices
• General industry
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What Does an Audiologist Earn?
Salaries vary widely depending on work setting. Audiologists earn an average salary
of $84,800 annually. Audiologists with more than 20 years of experience earn more
than $100,700 annually.
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Are There Licensing Requirements?
Yes, most states have licensing requirements for audiologists. Audiologists should be
prepared to apply for a license to practice upon graduating with an AuD degree.
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How Do I Prepare for a Career in Audiology?
Students applying to audiology programs typically pursue an undergraduate degree
in speech and hearing science. Many programs offering the doctor of audiology
degree have widened their scope and strongly consider students with academic
disciplines in broad areas of science and technology including biology, physics,
chemistry, psychology, and engineering.
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What Comprises an AuD Program?
The focus of the professional doctorate in audiology (AuD) is on the
development of clinical proficiency. The AuD is the entry-level degree
granted for professional practice in audiology. For a list of doctoral
programs, visit www.audiology.org or
www.studentacademyofaudiology.org and search keywords “doctoral
programs.”
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Is Certification Available?
Yes, certification is available through the American Board of Audiology (ABA) but is
not mandatory. Audiologists can also receive specialty certifications through the
ABA.
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Is Financial Aid Available?
Financial aid, scholarships, and grants are available. Research financial
options through audiology organizations or by contacting graduate schools of
interest.
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What Should I Do Once I am Interested?
Research the career of audiology on the American Academy of Audiology Web site.
Contact audiologists in your area and ask to shadow them for a few hours. Research
AuD programs that interest you to learn their requirements prior to applying.
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Important Web Sites
American Academy of Audiology: www.audiology.org
American Academy of Audiology Foundation: www.audiologyfoundation.org
Student Academy of Audiology: www.studentacademyofaudiology.org
American Board of Audiology: www.americanboardofaudiology.org
Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education: www.acaeaccred.org
American Academy of Audiology’s Consumer Site: www.howsyourhearing.org