Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification (PASC) Update

Now is the time to begin planning to take the Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification (PASC) exam in spring 2025. Consider becoming Board Certified in Pediatric Audiology to set yourself apart in your profession and workplace. Applications for the spring 2025 exams must be completed and submitted by March 11, 2025 to qualify to register for the 2025 exam, which will be administered May 4-18. Registration for the exam will end April 8, 2025. Here are links to PASC application information and exam information. The exam pass rate for first-time test takers in 2024 was 81.5 percent.

Leen Nahouli, AuD, in Galveston, Texas passed the PASC exam in 2024. “I was challenged and motivated to take this test after a few years of working with the pediatric population,” Leen said. “I challenged myself to go the extra mile and prove my skills within my team and profession. I have learned a lot more about the pediatric population than I thought I had.”

Sarah McAlexander, AuD, in Houston, Texas, who also passed the PASC exam in 2024, agreed. “As a pediatric audiologist and new professional, it was important to me that I seek out every opportunity to provide the best possible care for my patients and their families. Earning my certification in pediatric audiology validates the immense amount of time I have put into educating myself on current research and best practices in pediatrics, and signals to my families that I am motivated to continue to learn and grow in order to best support their child.”

Although ABA receives and reviews PASC applications year-round, we are seeing an increase in applications as more pediatric audiologists consider benchmarking their skills by sitting for the exam. If you have a colleague who you think might be a good candidate for the PASC certification, please pass this on to them.