Alabama Academy of Audiology (ALAA)

History:
In the Fall of 1997, a small group of dedicated members gathered in Birmingham at the home of Dr. BettieBorton to create a state organization solely of, by, and for audiologists. The purpose of this organization was to address the need for relevant continuing education, increased consumer awareness and protection, as well as professional and legislative concerns for the audiologists of Alabama and the patients whom they served. The organization was also committed to assisting audiology students in our state with opportunities for learning, research, and various pre-professional activities.

The organization originally had approximately 30 charter members, and was incorporated as a non-profit under the name of Professional Audiology Society of Alabama (PASA). Growth was slow but steady, and current membership has grown dramatically, with members from several states including Mississippi, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. PASA undertook an ambitious plan to offer an annual state convention featuring nationally recognized hearing healthcare experts and technologies to more effectively meet the needs of Alabama’s audiologists and has successfully met that goal.

Mission:
To promote the interests and unify professionals in the field of Audiology and Audiological Science, in the State of Alabama.

ALAA is solely of, by, and for audiologists to provide continuing education, increase consumer awareness, & to address professional & legislative concerns.