Advancing audiology together
Our Mission
To develop, maintain and promote national standards for the practice of audiology based on current evidence, reflecting best practices in the profession, universally adopted by practitioners.
Why Create Standards?
Practice standards are the foundation for all areas of clinical practice. Most professions established their clinical practices many years ago and update them regularly to ensure the standards are current.
Practice standards along with clinical guidelines give providers a quick reference for their clinical protocols and decision-making without needing to periodically search through new evidence and update their practices accordingly. They also serve as a guide for clinical educators to update their curriculum and ensure that they are teaching to the most current evidence.
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Current Standard
Hearing Aid Fitting for Adult and Geriatric Patients
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Current standard
Hearing Aid Fitting for Pediatric Patients
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current standard
Comprehensive Diagnostic Hearing Evaluation
Standards in Progress
View standards currently in progress and comment on proposed standards during the comment period.
Proposed Standards
View standards currently in development and volunteer to serve as a subject matter expert to help finalize and publish.
Meet the Board
The APSO board is elected from leading U.S. audiologists to guide the development of standards and support our organization.
Ways to Support APSO
Donate
APSO is solely focused on developing, refining, and promoting best practices in audiology. Our work shapes protocols, enhances clinical outcomes, and ensures consistency in hearing care. Please consider a financial donation.
Become a Member
Every day, audiologists rely on trusted standards to deliver the best possible care. Behind those standards are dedicated APSO members – researchers, clinicians, and advocates, committed to raising the bar for audiology.
Join a Working Group
Contribute to developing audiology standards by providing your expertise to a working group dedicated to the creation and publication of best practices.
News & Views
APSO is currently working with subject matter experts across the profession to develop standards. Please check back periodically or join our distribution list for announcements about proposed standards open for comment.
Audiology Practice Standards Organization
929 Old Highway 8 NW, Suite 200
New Brighton, MN 55112
888-678-7773
apso@audiologystandards.org