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Transitional Doctor of Audiology Degree Program - Distance Education

Audiology is the science of hearing and the study of auditory vestibular processes. The audiologist is concerned with the development, anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the auditory and vestibular systems, as well as the evaluation, habilitation/rehabilitation, and the psychology of hearing and/or balance impairment. In addition, audiologists provide counseling and training in the use of amplification devices and the remediation of hearing and vestibular disorders.

The profession of audiology and its scope of practice have expanded enormously in the past decade. The demand on university and/or college training programs to keep pace with the expanding scope of practice has led the transition of audiology to a doctoring profession. Current master's programs are either closing down or are in the process of converting to residential, post-baccalaureate, four-year doctoral programs. This has created a need for master's level audiologists to further their education by becoming a doctor of audiology.

The Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) transitional degree program is a distance education program for practicing audiologists. To be eligible, individuals must possess a master's or doctoral degree in audiology and have a minimum of four years of clinical experience. The program is designed for current practitioners who want to enhance their skills, knowledge, and academic status while continuing to practice full-time.

The transitional degree program is customized to each individual practitioner's needs, based on evaluation of current demonstrated competencies. The broadly experienced, self-motivated audiologist will receive advanced standing in appropriate areas and follow an individualized course of study including required courses in areas of deficiencies and chosen electives. There are no residency requirements for program completion; however, attendance at graduation is required. The distance education program integrates web and CD-ROM-based instruction, video demonstrations, directed readings, clinical projects, and email and chat room interactions among students and faculty. Homework assignments and examinations will be competed online.