New Professional Pathway Program
Graduating national SAA members are eligible for the Academy's New Professional Pathway Program!
After graduating with your first doctoral degree in audiology, the Academy will automatically transition your national SAA membership to new professional membership in the Academy when renewals are run for 2025.
To take advantage of this member benefit, national SAA members should verify their graduation year by logging on to their member dashboard and selecting Update My Profile. While there, members can also update their email address from a school or university email to a more permanent email address to maintain timely communications.
"SAA empowers students to become leaders and actively contribute to the future of audiology."
Lindee Alvarez
SAA President 2024-2025
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Relive some of the highlights of AAA 2025+HearTECH Expo in New Orleans! Mark your calendars—AAA 2026 is heading to San Antonio, Texas, April 22–25, 2026!
Relive some of the highlights of AAA 2025+HearTECH Expo in New Orleans! Mark your calendars—AAA 2026 is heading to San Antonio, Texas, April 22–25, 2026!
The answer to our previous post is: A butterfly!
Did you guess correctly?
#GuessTheAnimal #AnimalTrivia
The answer to our previous post is: A butterfly!
Did you guess correctly?
#GuessTheAnimal #AnimalTrivia
Can you guess this month’s “Guess the animal by its ear?”
Put your guesses in the comments below. The answer will be revealed at 8:00 pm eastern!
#GuessTheAnimal #AnimalTrivia
Can you guess this month’s “Guess the animal by its ear?”
Put your guesses in the comments below. The answer will be revealed at 8:00 pm eastern!
#GuessTheAnimal #AnimalTrivia
Take a break from your regular study tactics and join the national SAA Education Committee for a fun hour-long event aimed at preparing you for your audiology national exam!
Registration is FREE for audiology students. Click the link in our bio for more information and to register.
#SAAEducation #StudyTips #NationalExamPrep #AudiologyStudents #FutureAudiologists
Take a break from your regular study tactics and join the national SAA Education Committee for a fun hour-long event aimed at preparing you for your audiology national exam!
Registration is FREE for audiology students. Click the link in our bio for more information and to register.
#SAAEducation #StudyTips #NationalExamPrep #AudiologyStudents #FutureAudiologists
Shifting The Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Landscape:
Just over 25 years ago, the U.S. Congress introduced the Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening and Intervention Act of 1999 (H.R. 1193—106th Congress), which was later incorporated into the Children’s Health Act of 2000 (H.R. 4365—106th Congress). This legislation authorized federal funds to states to support the creation of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) programs and the implementation of universal newborn hearing screening. #AudiologyToday
Want to read more? Audiology Today articles are available to national SAA members: https://www.audiology.org/news-and-publications/audiology-today/articles/shifting-the-early-hearing-detection-and-intervention-landscape-how-audiologists-can-promote-timely-diagnosis-and-intervention/
Shifting The Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Landscape:
Just over 25 years ago, the U.S. Congress introduced the Newborn and Infant Hearing Screening and Intervention Act of 1999 (H.R. 1193—106th Congress), which was later incorporated into the Children’s Health Act of 2000 (H.R. 4365—106th Congress). This legislation authorized federal funds to states to support the creation of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) programs and the implementation of universal newborn hearing screening. #AudiologyToday
Want to read more? Audiology Today articles are available to national SAA members: https://www.audiology.org/news-and-publications/audiology-today/articles/shifting-the-early-hearing-detection-and-intervention-landscape-how-audiologists-can-promote-timely-diagnosis-and-intervention/
What can Academy membership do for your career? Hear from member Jodi Baxter, AuD, about the importance of the Academy`s advocacy and policy efforts. #MembershipMonday
Not a national SAA member? Join today: https://www.audiology.org/about/academy-membership/
What can Academy membership do for your career? Hear from member Jodi Baxter, AuD, about the importance of the Academy`s advocacy and policy efforts. #MembershipMonday
Not a national SAA member? Join today: https://www.audiology.org/about/academy-membership/
Join us and other audiology students in discussing the book, True Biz! Even if you haven’t read it, we will be going over different topics about the Deaf culture and how we fit in as future audiologists.
Click the link in our bio to sign-up and be part of the discussion.
#AudiologyStudents #TrueBiz #FutureAudiologists #BookDiscussion #StudentDiscussion
Join us and other audiology students in discussing the book, True Biz! Even if you haven’t read it, we will be going over different topics about the Deaf culture and how we fit in as future audiologists.
Click the link in our bio to sign-up and be part of the discussion.
#AudiologyStudents #TrueBiz #FutureAudiologists #BookDiscussion #StudentDiscussion
How many times have you heard a patient use an incorrect word during speech recognition testing? Did you know there’s a term that is used specifically to describe words or phrases that are created due to mishearing or misunderstanding another word or phrase? It’s called an “eggcorn”!
Read more: https://www.audiology.org/audiology-eggcorns-when-misheard-words-take-on-a-life-of-their-own/
How many times have you heard a patient use an incorrect word during speech recognition testing? Did you know there’s a term that is used specifically to describe words or phrases that are created due to mishearing or misunderstanding another word or phrase? It’s called an “eggcorn”!
Read more: https://www.audiology.org/audiology-eggcorns-when-misheard-words-take-on-a-life-of-their-own/
We`re still thinking about the unforgettable experience at AAA 2025 in New Orleans. Mark your calendars—AAA2026 is heading to San Antonio, Texas, April 22–25, 2026!
We`re still thinking about the unforgettable experience at AAA 2025 in New Orleans. Mark your calendars—AAA2026 is heading to San Antonio, Texas, April 22–25, 2026!
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE | Validating Expertise, Elevating Care
"As audiologists, we have long advocated for the highest standards of care for our patients. While state licensure establishes a baseline for practice, it is just that—the minimum requirement. To truly elevate our profession and demonstrate our expertise, we must go beyond the basics and actively pursue opportunities to showcase our advanced skills."
Read more: https://www.audiology.org/presidents-message-validating-expertise-elevating-care/
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE | Validating Expertise, Elevating Care
"As audiologists, we have long advocated for the highest standards of care for our patients. While state licensure establishes a baseline for practice, it is just that—the minimum requirement. To truly elevate our profession and demonstrate our expertise, we must go beyond the basics and actively pursue opportunities to showcase our advanced skills."
Read more: https://www.audiology.org/presidents-message-validating-expertise-elevating-care/
Don`t miss today`s live webinar, An Overview of the American Academy`s Clinical Consensus Statement on Assessment of Vestibular Function in the Pediatric Population, offered exclusively on AudiologyOnline.
This live event will take place today at 12:00 pm ET.
Register now: https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/clinical-consensus-statement-on-assessment-40238
Don`t miss today`s live webinar, An Overview of the American Academy`s Clinical Consensus Statement on Assessment of Vestibular Function in the Pediatric Population, offered exclusively on AudiologyOnline.
This live event will take place today at 12:00 pm ET.
Register now: https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/clinical-consensus-statement-on-assessment-40238
Audiology Assistants: Navigating Ethical and Legal Issues:
The integration of audiology assistants into audiology practice settings offers significant opportunities to enhance patient care, improve service accessibility, and support audiologists in delivering high-quality care. However, this integration requires careful navigation of ethical and legal complexities, guided by clear role definitions, adherence to professional COE, and ongoing training. #AudiologyToday
Want to read more? Articles are available only to nationalmembers: https://www.audiology.org/news-and-publications/audiology-today/articles/audiology-assistants-navigating-ethical-and-legal-issues/
Audiology Assistants: Navigating Ethical and Legal Issues:
The integration of audiology assistants into audiology practice settings offers significant opportunities to enhance patient care, improve service accessibility, and support audiologists in delivering high-quality care. However, this integration requires careful navigation of ethical and legal complexities, guided by clear role definitions, adherence to professional COE, and ongoing training. #AudiologyToday
Want to read more? Articles are available only to nationalmembers: https://www.audiology.org/news-and-publications/audiology-today/articles/audiology-assistants-navigating-ethical-and-legal-issues/
Student Academy of Audiology Blog
Pathways to Audiology: Sarah Jones, AuD
Welcome to the national Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) Pathways to Audiology Interview Series! While many audiologists come…
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources
The Student Academy of Audiology is committed to furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the audiology profession through diversity and cultural competency.
Undergraduate Students
Thinking about pursuing an audiology program? Find undergraduate resources here to help make your journey easier.
Graduate / Doctoral Students
About to choose between an AuD or PhD degree for your audiology program? Don’t walk this journey alone - find resources here that can help guide you.
Become a Chapter
Instate a chapter at your university—become eligible for chapter funding opportunities.
New Audiologist Resources
Transitioning from student to professional can be challenging—the Student Academy of Audiology is here to help.
Academy Enterprise
The Student Academy of Audiology works with the following groups who work to support the overall Academy in the areas of accreditation, philanthropy, voluntary certification, advocacy, and support and education of audiology students
