Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Bridge

Major: Audiology
Degree Awarded: Doctor of Audiology (AuD)
Calendar Type: Semester
Minimum Required Credits: 45
Co-op Option: None
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 51.0202
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 29-1181

About the Program

The Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Bridge program is a transformative, career-advancing experience for audiologists ready to expand their expertise, sharpen their clinical edge, and redefine their professional trajectory. The program is intended for individuals with a Master's degree in Audiology (or equivalent) and 3 years of full time Audiology work experience. Designed for flexibility and impact, this innovative program empowers working professionals to pursue doctoral-level advancement without stepping away from their careers.

Delivered fully online, the program offers maximum convenience without compromising depth or rigor. For those seeking hands-on enrichment, optional on-campus workshops provide immersive opportunities to refine clinical techniques, engage with faculty, and collaborate with peers. Over the course of 2 years, students complete 30 courses and workshops that reflect the full spectrum of modern audiology practice. The curriculum is intentionally flexible: participants can revisit foundational topics to strengthen core competencies or pursue advanced coursework that dives into complex, evolving areas of care. This personalized approach ensures that every student’s experience aligns with their goals—whether that means refreshing knowledge, expanding scope, or mastering new specialties. A defining feature of the program is its emphasis on specialization. Students select two areas of focused study from high-demand domains: hearing aids, cochlear implants, tinnitus and sound sensitivity, and balance. This model allows graduates to build targeted expertise that translates directly into clinical impact and professional differentiation.

What truly sets the program apart is its faculty. Courses are taught by clinician-scientists and leading subject matter experts who bring both cutting-edge research and real-world clinical insight into every learning experience. The result is a curriculum that is not only academically rigorous but also immediately applicable in practice.

This program is ideal for audiologists seeking to deepen their professional expertise, pivot into new areas of practice, broaden their clinical scope, increase earning potential, or simply stay current in a rapidly evolving field. The outcomes speak for themselves: among program graduates, 96% report greater confidence and proficiency, over 90% report improved patient care, and approximately 50% achieve measurable career advancement. The Doctor of Audiology Bridge program is more than a degree — it’s a strategic investment in your future as a leader in audiology.

Additional Information

For more information about this program, contact Osborne Audiology -- Distance Education.

Admission Requirements

Prospective students must meet the following application requirements:

• A Master's degree in Audiology (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university (official transcripts of all post-secondary studies must be submitted directly to Drexel University).
  • Applicants whose degrees were completed outside the US will be required to submit a document-by-document credential review from a NACES-recognized agency.
• At least 3 years of full-time Audiology work experience.
• Audiology license/certificate or other documentation of eligibility to provide audiological services.
• Current resume or curriculum vitae.
• Two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant's academic work, employment record and/or personal characteristics, and not related to the applicant.
• Personal goal statement (up to 750 words) that will give the admissions committee a better understanding of why the applicant is choosing this program of study, how their background and work experience have prepared them for success in this program, and their plans upon achievement of the Master's degree.
• For international applicants, English language proficiency (provide official TOEFL/IELTS/DuoLingo scores; some exemptions available).

Additional Information

For more information, contact the Office of Graduate Admissions (salus_admissions@drexel.edu) or schedule a virtual pre-application counseling session.

Program Requirements

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Students must complete 3 credits of seminar and/or workshop(s) in any combination across both years of study.

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Basic workshops are typically delivered in-person

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Concentration specific workshops are only available to students in the related concentration.

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Non-concentration courses are not required for MSCA graduates; related MSCA coursework (up to 3 credits) is applied.

 Hearing Aid Technology Concentration

(Not available to MSCA graduates)

Tinnitus and Sound Sensitivity Concentration

 Cochlear Implants Concentration

(Not available to MSCA graduates)

Vestibular Sciences and Disorders Concentration

Sample Plan of Study

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Students must complete 3 credits of seminar and/or workshop(s) in any combination across both years of study.

²

Basic workshops are typically delivered in-person.

³

Concentration-specific workshops are only available to students in the related concentration.

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Non-concentration courses are not required for MSCA graduates; related MSCA coursework (up to 3 credits) is applied.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Integrate advanced knowledge of auditory and vestibular science with current clinical practices to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based patient care across diverse populations
• Demonstrate advanced competence in at least two specialized areas of audiology practice (hearing aids, cochlear implants, tinnitus and balance), applying contemporary technologies and intervention strategies to optimize patient outcomes
• Apply principles from medically related disciplines (e.g., genetics, pharmacology) to enhance interprofessional collaboration and to improve diagnostic and treatment precision
• Evaluate and implement emerging knowledge and capability (e.g., teleaudiology, cognition, public health) to expand access and improve population-level hearing care
• Employ advanced clinical reasoning, reflective practice and scholarly inquiry to continuously improve professional performance and adapt to evolving standards of care
• Exhibit leadership in clinical, academic, industry and community settings by advocating for patients, contributing to professional advancement and promoting ethical, culturally-responsive and accessible audiologic care