Why Get Certified?

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)

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.

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Check the upcoming exam dates for PASC and VASC and discover the new LEAP (Leadership Excellence in Audiology Professionals) microcredential series.

ABA News

Planting the Seeds of Change

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General Audiology Board Certification: Questions from AAA 2026

To understand how the current American Board of Audiology Certified (ABAC) credential will relate to the new General Audiology Board Certification (GABC), it is important…

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American Board of Audiology Seeks Candidates for 2026–2029 Leadership Positions

This is your opportunity to help lead the American Board of Audiology—the American Academy of Audiology’s committee dedicated to advancing the profession of audiology through…

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How to Get Patient Referrals through Your ABA Certification

ABA has introduced a Find an ABA Credentialed Audiologist online search on its website. Anyone can search by name, location, and/or credential type (certification or…

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How to Get Patient Referrals through Your ABA Certification

Did you know that ABA publishes directories for each certification and certificate program on its website? Credential holders are sorted alphabetically by country, and then…

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Update: General Audiology Board Certification Is Coming

Progress continues on the new General Audiology Board Certification (GABC) that will lead to a Board Certified Audiologist (BC-A) credential. The Development Task Force has…

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The Fabulous Audiology Chorus: You Know You Want To

The Fabulous Audiology Chorus is looking for voices to join in singing our National Anthem at the upcoming AAA Convention in San Antonio.  You’ve probably…

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Suggestions for Good Food and Fiesta Fun in San Antonio      

For Tex-Mex, Mi Tierra Café y Panaderia is a San Antonio classic located in Market Square. It is about a 30-minute walk from the Convention…

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ABA Credential Holders

Search for an ABA Credentialed Audiologist in your area by certification or certificate held or request verification of credentials by third-parties.

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