Careers in Audiology

Audiologists work in a variety of different work settings including:

  • Offices of other health practitioners
  • Offices of physicians
  • Hospitals: state, local and private
  • Educational services: state, local and private
  • Health and personal care stores
  • Universities and research institutes
  • Hearing device manufacturers

Clinical competency certifications are offered by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and American Board of Audiology. Most states also require audiology and/or hearing aid dispensing licenses to practice audiology.

Accelerated Three-year Program

NIU’s Doctor of Audiology program consists of two full years of coursework and integrated clinical experiences followed by an external clinical practicum year, putting you on the fast-track to your career as an audiologist.

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Audiology
122 Wirtz Hall, DeKalb, IL 60115
aud@niu.edu

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Call 815-753-1481

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