Lifelong Learning: A Quest for Excellence
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The American Board of Audiology™ (ABA), an autonomous organization, is dedicated to enhancing audiologic services to the public by promulgating universally recognized standards in professional practice. The ABA encourages audiologists to exceed these prescribed standards, thereby promoting a high level of professional development and ethical practice.
Offices Closed Today, Feb 8
The ABA office is closed due to inclement weather, today, Feb 8. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
Interested in Cochlear Implants? You Have Two Great Opportunities at AudiologyNOW!® 2010
(2) Distinguish yourself! Take the CI Specialty Certification examination immediately following AN! on Sunday, April 18, 2010. Postmark deadline for application materials is February 10, 2010!
You asked for it, the ABA is providing it! In response to the current challenging economic environment, you may elect to spread the one-time examination fee over several months. For more information about the benefits of the CI Specialty certification and to access application materials, please see
here. For information on how to access this special payment option, please contact the
ABA.
ABA Meet & Greet at AudiologyNow! 2010 in San Diego
Thursday, April 15
Noon to 2pm
Center Terrace
At this event you can enjoy lunch, meet the ABA Board and learn about the latest ABA initiatives. Additionally if you are ABA Board Certified, this is a great opportunity to mentor a student. And if you are a student, here is your chance to spend some quality time with a professional in the field. Just write the ABA at aba@audiology.org with your name, contact information, geographic location and specialty area.
Looking for Ethics and Tier 1 Opportunities?
The American Academy of Audiology will be offering the following Web Seminar:
Ethics and Research
Part 1 – Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Part 2 – Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Both parts are from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Both sessions will be available on-demand after February 10.Note: You must attend both sessions in their entirety to receive credit
For complete details and to register please click here!
Minnesota Academy of Audiology Hosts the Upper Midwest Audiology Conference
Tier 1 Course in Counseling: "Can I Wear Hearing Aids When I Sleep?"
Presented by Kristina English - 3 hours
February 26, 2010
Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, Minneapolis South
More information: http://www.minnesotaaudiology.org/conference/
Congratulations to Winners of AudiologyNOW!® 2010 Registrations
Thanks again to all those audiologists who participated in the ABA's Pediatric Audiology survey! As a small token of appreciation for those who completed the extensive survey, Rachel Allen of Indiana and Emily Brandner of Michigan, were randomly selected for a complimentary, nontransferable conference registration to AudiologyNOW! 2010 in San Diego. Congratulations!
Earn Tier 1 Continuing Education from the JAAA CEU Program!
The ABA recognizes the peer reviewed Journal of the American Academy of Audiology (JAAA) for Tier 1 continuing education. The JAAA publishes articles and clinical reports in all areas of audiology.
In order to earn Tier 1 credits, an ABA certificant must participate in the Academy’s CE Registry, earn 80% or better on the assessments and must complete a minimum of 3 assessments in each three-year certification period.
Need information about the CE Registry and the JAAA CE program?
Click here.
Dr. Marion Downs to Serve as Honorary Chair for Pediatric Audiology Initiative
The American Board of Audiology™ (ABA) is pleased to announce that world-renowned audiologist, Dr. Marion Downs, will serve as the Honorary Chair of the ABA Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification initiative.
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Corporate partners in supporting the
Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification initiative
Deadline for Transition to the Doctorate Has Arrived
For applications for Board Certification in Audiology filed after January 1, 2007, an applicant must hold a doctoral level degree.
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