The Doctor of Audiology (AuD) is a professional degree for an audiologist.The AuD program is designed to produce audiologists who are skilled in providing diagnostic
Rehabilitative
And other services associated with hearing
- Balance
- Tinnitus management
And related audiological fields.These individuals help patients with hearing problems primarily by diagnosing hearing loss and fitting hearing assistive devices.
There is an emphasis on the clinical learning experience
Though most programs also have a research component.As of 2007
The AuD has replaced Masters-level audiology programs as the entry-level degree in the United States.Other countries
- Such as :
- Australia
- Canada and India
Still offer the master's degree.In the United States
After an AuD is obtained
Some states may require a license before practicing audiology clinically.The majority of AuD programs include
Three years of didactic and clinical instruction and a one-year externship
Similar to a medical residency.A few schools offer accelerated three-year programs.Programs differ in their prerequisite requirements for admission
Though broadly applicants must have some background in the natural and social sciences
Mathematics
And humanities.While it may be helpful for applicants to have a background in the communication sciences
This is not generally required for admission to an AuD program.
