Abstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to obtain information regarding the vestibular evaluation and balance assessment coursework and clinical pract- icum of audiology graduate training programs across the United States. The students' anticipated competen- cy levels for performing various vestibular/balance pro- cedures, along with their anticipated confidence levels in interpreting the tests, were reviewed. A database of audiology graduate programs was constructed to pres- ent information regarding the course/lab components and to provide a central location for information. Method: Audiology doctoral programs approved by the Council on Academic Accreditation were exam- ined by self-report and website curriculum analysis. For the program self-report, professors and/or instruc- tors received an online survey containing questions regarding the vestibular/balance coursework. Respon- dents were asked for their perceptions of students' assessment skills along with student interest in ves- tibular/balance subject matter. The academic institu- tions' departmental/program website, course catalogs, and/or academic handbook were accessed in order to
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