American Board of Audiology®

Creates, administers, and promotes rigorous credentialing programs that elevate the professional practice of audiology and advance patient care.

American Board of Audiology® Certified

 

Becoming ABA Certified represents a commitment to professional standards, ethical practices, and continued professional development as an audiologist.

Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification® (PASC)

 

PASC holders have demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in the field of pediatric audiology.

Vestibular Audiology Specialty Certification® (VASC)New Icon

VASC demonstrates that an audiologist has specialized knowledge and experience in the field, validated by rigorous examination and clinical practice.

Certificate Holder—Audiology Preceptor (CH-AP)

CH-AP is an online self-study program for licensed audiologists that is designed to help clinical educators facilitate AuD students transitioning from novice clinician to professional.

Certificate Holder—Tinnitus Management (CH-TM)

CH-TM is an online self-study program for licensed audiologists that provides essential information for assessing and managing patients with tinnitus or decreased sound tolerance.

Certificate Holder—Educational Audiology® (CH-EdAud)

CH-EdAud is an online self-study course for licensed audiologists that focus on the application of audiological practices that support children and youth with varying auditory abilities in educational settings.

Audiology Licensure Requirements

Please note that state licensing statutes and regulations may change frequently so always check with the state licensing board for the most up-to-date information.

Upcoming Exams

Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification Exam Dates

May 4-18, 2026: next dates May 3-17, 2027

Application Deadline for Spring 2026:  March 10, 2026

Spring 2026 Exam Registration Begins:  January 6, 2026

Spring 2026 Exam Registration Closes:  April 7, 2026

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ABA Directories

Find a full list of credentialed audiologists by specialty or request verification of certification through the ABA Directories.

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