The American Academy of Audiology is the world's largest professional organization of, by and for audiologists. Representing the interests of approximately 11,000 audiologists, the Academy is dedicated to providing quality hearing care services through professional development, education, research, and increased public awareness of hearing and balance disorders. The Academy includes two essential embedded entities: the Student Academy of Audiology (audiology student governance) and the American Board of Audiology (professional certification). Additionally, the Academy provides oversight to the American Academy of Audiology Foundation (philanthropy) and the Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education (academic standards).