Finding the right fit: educational audiology takes more than one counseling direction.(AUDIOLOGY)(Column)

Audiologists often have little coursework and practical experiences in the area of counseling aside from what may be labeled "information counseling." For many, graduate work included only one course. Others had no classes in this area. During practicum, internship, and "residency" work, the audiologist supervising has the same background in counseling as the student. It is important to understand that counseling is more than merely getting and giving information.

There are a number of different approaches. "Information counseling" can be ...

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