New AuD program announced

[Sallie Frye]

The latest issue of the Torchbearer (Audiology Foundation of America)
announced a new Au.D program.  It will start up in Janury of 1997 at Nova 
Southeastern University.  It will include a Doctor of Audiology and 
Doctor of Speech-Langue Pathology.  It will target employed practicioners 
holding master's degrees.

"The coursework wil be offered in weekend and intensive summer institute 
formats.  The format will include interactive video and computer 
technologies to enhance the exchange of information between faculty and 
students."

There is no mention of a requirement for science courses.

The proposed curricula span a three-year time period with courses 
offering the gaduating professional success in four general goal 
categories: leadership, knowledge, problem-solving, and perspective 
related to Communication Sciences and Disorders.

No information was given about faculty members.  

This university is in Florida.  I don't think it presently has an 
audiology program, but, that may be wrong.  Anyone know?