There has been a recent movement in exploring ways to promote the field of audiology to a traditionally under-represented population of students. The course will explore the specific actions that are being taken as well as the reasons why we collectively will be better professionals because of it.
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to discuss the historical barriers that relate to lack of representation in Audiology from certain populations.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain the potential effectiveness of specific actions that are occurring to address these issues.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe specific ideas that can be used to support underrepresented students once they have been admitted to Doctor of Audiology programs.
Course created on October 4, 2022
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-20 Minutes | Current State of Diversity in Audiology |
| 20-35 Minutes | Positive Steps From Professional Organizations |
| 35-50 Minutes | Recruitment and Retention of Students (Support) |
| 50-55 Minutes | Q&A |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary |
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Jerald James Jr.
AuD
Dr. Jerald James is a hearing health provider at Audibel Hearing Health Care. His primary is managing the communication needs of a diverse population in a private practice setting. Dr. James has been an audiologist for over 25 years. He is a 33 year active member of the U.S. Army Reserves in which he currently holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Dr. James has held positions in academia as well as an hospital settings. Dr. James is currently the chair person for the committee on Diversity and Inclusion through the Academy of Doctors of Audiology
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Crystal Joseph
AuD
Dr. Joseph received her Bachelor’s degree from Xavier University of LA, Masters degree from LSU, and doctorate from The University of Florida. She is currently employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs and has been serving our nation’s Veterans for 10 years now. She enjoys working with this very vulnerable population and improving their quality of life. When not working with Veterans, she is a full-time mom to her 11-year-old daughter who is a competitive dancer.
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MAJ Virginia Bailey
AuD, MBA
MAJ Virginia B. Bailey earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications – Speech and Hearing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following her undergraduate studies, MAJ Bailey went on to attend the State University of New York at Buffalo (University at Buffalo) and received her Doctorate of Audiology and Master of Business Administration (AuD/MBA) in 2011, becoming the first student to complete the university’s AuD/MBA dual degree program. During her studies at UB, she decided to become an Army Officer and direct commissioned as a First Lieutenant in 2010. MAJ Bailey completed her 4th year externship through the Army Externship Program (AEP) at the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC.
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Financial: Crystal Joseph is employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Non-financial: Crystal Joseph has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Financial: MAJ Virginia Bailey is employed by the US Army. Non-financial: MAJ Virginia Bailey has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
In lieu of honorarium, a donation has been made to the Academy of Doctors of Audiology Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee.
Sponsor Disclosure: This course is presented by AudiologyOnline in partnership with the Academy of Doctors of Audiology.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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American Academy of Audiology
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Australian College of Audiology
AudiologyOnline courses are approved for Continuing Education Points by the Australian College of Audiology. Automatic ACAud Approval Number 20000. This course is offered for 1 CEP.
Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario
The Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario (AHIP) represents and guide its members in their practice which include, the testing and selecting, fitting and dispensing hearing instruments and associated devices in the best interest of the hard of hearing of Ontario. Audiology Online is an approved provider of approved educational activities for AHIP Members. One hour of coursework equals 1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU).
British Academy of Audiology
This course has been accredited with 1 CPD point/s by the British Academy of Audiology.
Canadian Academy of Audiology
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California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Board
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International Hearing Society
This program is approved by the International Hearing Society and its educational committee, the International Institute for Hearing Instruments Studies. To learn more about earning IHS CE Credit, click here.
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Approved for 1 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed Audiologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Long-Term Sponsorship number LTS-S0035.
New Zealand Audiological Society
This course is offered for 1.0 Continuing Education points through the New Zealand Audiological Society.
Speech-Language & Audiology Canada
Clinically certified members of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) can accumulate continuing education equivalents (CEEs) for their participation with AudiologyOnline. One hour of coursework equals 1 CEE. All SAC members are encouraged to participate in on-going education.