About PCO Audiology Program
Audiology has made incredible technological and professional accomplishments in the past few years, making this an exciting time to enter the profession. This program will prepare you to participate in the profession’s future endeavors. We firmly believe that the future of the profession will be impacted by our graduates who will possess the knowledge and ability to "Shape the Future of Hearing Care”.
One of the many benefits the PCO School of Audiology offers is the emphasis on small-group and problem-based learning coupled with access to core program faculty. We have the most technologically, up-to-date pre-clinical laboratories to teach the assessment of balance, electrophysiology and hearing designed to prepare students for patient care activities in our clinical facility, the Pennsylvania Ear Institute. Most importantly, our outstanding faculty shares a sincere commitment to educating students, to providing access to the best possible patient care practices and ensuring that you will learn to not only care for, but to care about your patients.
Education in the biomedical sciences is an essential foundation for a meaningful understanding of cellular, systemic, and organ functions of human systems. PCO's curriculum not only provides this biomedical emphasis, but also integrates it with patient care activities. Additionally, the program emphasize the importance of communicating effectively with other health care providers to enhance the overall quality of health care our patients receive. The combination of outstanding faculty, superb laboratory and clinical facilities, along with a unique curriculum all create a nurturing environment for you to pursue and achieve excellence.
Pennsylvania College of Optometry's clinical doctoral audiology program holds accreditation from the Council of Academic Accreditation (CAA) through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. The period of accreditation is July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2011. Students who graduate from a CAA accredited program are eligible for ASHA certification in audiology (CAA).
Please explore our website and learn more about the exciting opportunities awaiting you. If you would like to see us in person, contact the Admissions Office at 1-800-824-6262 and arrange for a visit and tour of our facilities.