Guides federal and state advocacy initiatives that serve ADA and its members, including those that seek to optimize audiology’s scope of practice, improve reimbursement models for audiologists and the services that they provide, and advance the autonomous practice of audiology.

Provides direction and oversight of the ADA Audiology Practice Accreditation Program, including standards-setting, program development, and operational management, in collaboration with staff and the ADA Board of Directors.

Implements the annual Board of Directors election processes as outlined in the ADA Bylaws. Service on the Nominating Committee is by invitation only to voting members of ADA.

Serves the varied needs and concerns of student and emerging graduated members of ADA.

The ADA Education Committee will advise on the general theme, schedule, topics, and speakers for ADA’s annual AuDacity Conference. Committee members will assist with outreach to potential attendees and sponsors, and serve as course moderators during the conference.

The Early Career Professional Special Interest Group (SIG) is geared for audiologists who are in their first five years of practice, but is open to all who are interested. This facilitated SIG, provides structured monthly networking activities and discussions on topics of interest as identified by the group. Guest speakers or special programming is occasionally offered. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information about upcoming SIG events. ADA membership is encouraged, but not required for participation.