Doctoral Degree in Audiology
Degree: Doctor of Audiology
Major: Audiology
Hours: 99
Degree Description
The Doctor of Audiology Degree at Lamar University prepares you for work in a variety of settings including private clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, public schools, special needs institutions, patient homes and rehabilitation centers. CareerCast.com lists audiology as one of its top 20-rated careers for 2017, citing very low stress and very good projected growth.
Why Study Audiology at Lamar?
The Lamar University Doctor of Audiology Degree offers comprehensive academic, research and clinical experience in a wide variety of settings. The Au.D. program opened in 2005, replacing the long-standing Master of Audiology degree program.
Lamar Audiology has maintained a 2:1 student to faculty ratio per class since its inception. This ratio keeps the size of each class small enough so that students benefit from individualized mentoring from faculty. The Doctor of Audiology program is committed to the advancement of knowledge and services in hearing processes and disorders through integrated programs of professional training, research and community service.
How to Apply
To apply for this degree program, you must have a Bachelor's degree in communication disorders or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Those without a background must complete leveling coursework prior to applying.
All applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in communication disorders or related field (speech and hearing science; communication sciences and disorders; audiology; speech-language pathology; speech pathology; speech pathology and audiology, etc.) from a regionally accredited institution
- CSDCAS Application
- All official transcripts from previous institutions.
- All applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 overall GPA as calculated by CSDCAS.
- Letter of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- ApplyTexas Application
Career Paths
Employment of audiologists is projected to grow 29% through 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. An aging baby-boom population and growing life expectancies will continue to increase the demand for most healthcare services. Hearing loss and balance disorders become more prevalent as people age, so the aging population is likely to increase demand for audiologists. The early identification and diagnosis of hearing disorders in infants also may spur employment growth. Advances in hearing aid design, such as smaller size and the reduction of feedback, may make such devices more appealing as a means to minimize the effects of hearing loss. This may lead to more demand for audiologists.
Primary Careers
Audiologist
- Audiology
- Patient care/insurance
- Practice management
- Research and development
- Speech and hearing facilities
- Physicians
- Healthcare practitioners
- Hospitals and clinics
- Schools
- Health retail businesses