Doctor of Audiology

University of the Pacific

Pacific’s Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) educational program offers a streamlined path for aspiring Audiologists who are eager to enter the workforce. We welcome applicants with a passion for hearing and a Bachelor’s degree in any major. From their very first day, our students are immersed in a student-centered learning experience and hands-on clinical education. Classes are conducted on the ultra-modern San Francisco campus surrounded by the city’s SoMa district.As the first accredited Au.D. program in Northern California, we have an established network of world class medical center internship and externship placements.Start your earnings soon with our accelerated program, which allows you to begin employment after 3 years of education with 6-figure entry-level earning potential in the Bay Area.An expert team of full-time faculty provides personalized clinical and academic education, with the option to participate, present, and publish with our research faculty.Graduates of the Doctor of Audiology program will demonstrate:Comprehensive knowledge of audiology theories, principles, and practices. Benchmarks are high academic performance and successful completion of coursework that aligns with accreditation standards.Clinical competence, including the ability to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with hearing and balance disorders. Graduates meet or exceed all clinical education accreditation standards.Professionalism and ethical behavior in audiological practice, adhering to the highest ethical standards in patient care and research.Engagement in research activities, such as designing experiments, conducting studies, and presenting findings, contributing to the advancement and understanding of evidence-based audiological knowledge.

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