Advocacy 101: What Every Audiologist Should Know

Presented by: Jodi Baxter, Au.D.

This course included a summary of the legislative process and provided resources that audiologists can access so that they are aware of audiology legislation that is relevant to them. Current legislation relevant to audiologists in Pennsylvania was reviewed. The majority of the presentation focused on how to be an effective advocate for audiology, including how to make your voice heard and how to become involved in the advocacy process.

Jodi Baxter has the following financial relationships to disclose: She has received a speaking fee from the American Academy of Audiology eAudiology platform.

She has the following non-financial relationships to disclose: She is a member and volunteer of the American Academy of Audiology (specifically, the Advocacy Council and the Government Relations Committee). She is a member of the Ohio Academy of Audiology and an appointed representative on the Ohio Speech and Hearing Government Affairs Coalition.

Learning Outcomes

After this seminar, participants will be able to:

-Explain the legislative process as it relates specifically to audiology