Audiologists' Guide to Selecting and Providing Audiology Continuing Education

ABSTRACT

Audiologists must obtain specific types and amounts of continuing education (CE) to meet employment, state licensure, and national certification requirements. This article describes systematic processes for audiologists to plan their own CE and to sponsor CE activities. A hypothetical example illustrates the six steps for audiologists planning their own CE: (1) investigating requirements from various entities, (2) formulating a course of action, (3) considering practical limitations, (4) selecting CE activities, (5) record keeping, and (6) reflecting on CE experiences. Similarly, a plan for sponsoring a CE activity is presented with emphasis placed on logistical considerations and the CE approval process through the American Academy of Audiology. Audiology CE can be a seamless and rewarding venture.

KEYWORDS

Continuing education - professional development - audiology

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