New professionals are the future of audiology. As you begin to take the next step from student to new professional, know that the national Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) and the American Academy of Audiology (the Academy) are here for you.
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 in the Fall.
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.
Audiology State Licensure
One of the first things you will mostly likely do as a new professional is obtaining audiology licensure in your chosen state of residence and/or clinical practice. The Academy and American Board of Audiology (ABA) teamed up to provide state specific checklists to help make the process of applying for and obtaining audiology state licensure much easier. Click the button below to view a listing of each state along with the needed requirements.
Navigating the Job Search
As a new professional, life can be chaotic. The Academy and national SAA have many resources that you can take advantage of to aid in your job search.
- Applying to Your First Job in Audiology Packet
- HEARCareers
- Resume Review Service
- Compensation and Benefits Survey
Continuing Your Education
The audiology profession is constantly evolving. As an audiologist, it’s important to continue your education. The Academy and affiliated organizations provide resources to help aid in your education needs.
Most licensing bodies require continuing education units (CEUs), and some certifying bodies require CEUs. The number of CEUs you must obtain and the interval over which you must obtain them depends on the individual requirements of each organization. Find information regarding continuing education options below.
- ABA Certification
- Academy Content on AudiologyOnline
- Academy Online Learning Opportunities
- CE Registry
Networking with Your Peers
The audiology profession is a tight-knit group of professionals where networking can be an important factor in your career. Take advantage of networking opportunities the Academy offers and connect with others in the profession.
Professional Mindfulness
Part of becoming an audiology professional is learning how to balance professional activities with your personal interests in a way that works best for you. Below are helpful articles, tools, and resources that may guide you to becoming more mindful and enhancing your professional well-being. Please note that these tools are not meant to be a replacement for any guidance or advice given by a licensed health-care provider with expertise in mental health and well-being.
- Beyond the Booth Series: Stress Management 101
- Burnout in Audiologists: Sources, Susceptibility, and Solutions
- Mental Health First Aid Across the Life Span
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Treating Tinnitus
- National SAA Blog