Originally Posted by skypt123

Wow! What a hot discussion! I wasn't planning on participating, but I felt I needed to contribute to this discussion. I, too, am a recent AuD graduate, and am very happy with the profession I chose. Yes, I understand the pay can be less than stellar, but that's why you do the appropriate research before you jump in feet first. My plan wasn't to get rich, but to do something I love. What's even better is, when I did graduate, I found a job where I would be making great money. I will be doing vestibular evaluations with a private company, and I am also looking into intraoperative monitoring. Both are within our scope of practice, both require a higher level of thinking, and with both you can be well compensated for your skills. I say, not to be so quick to pigeon-hole this profession. I am finding that there are a few roads less traveled, where you can do what you love, and still do well finanacially. Like others have said previously, this is still a young profession, and changes will not be made overnight. If this is really what you want to do, keep your eyes and mind open to what opportunties may present themselves to you. If you're finding this is something you don't want to do,....well,..... hey,......... it happens. Everything is not for everybody. Good luck in your search. The best descion is the most informed one.