title: Audiology training in Nigeria--II: A cost-effective approach to training programs.
abstract: The purpose of this article is to provide some ways and means so that an audiology training program can be implemented in a developing country (Nigeria). Specific problems facing students, faculty and the training process itself are examined. Suggestions are provided to reduce these problems. In addition to mobilization of local resources, it is suggested that international cooperation be sought in the development, establishment and implementation of audiology training programs in developing countries. While the present approach may not be unique, it may provide some cost-effective means for meeting the shortage of hearing health care professionals in many developing countries.
authors.affiliation: Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Oyiborhoro
mesh_terms: D001298:Audiology / Q000191:economics / Q000193:education*; D003365:Costs and Cost Analysis; D003906:Developing Countries; D004500:Education, Graduate / Q000191:economics*; D005653:Fund Raising; D007391:International Cooperation; D009549:Nigeria; D010560:Personnel Selection; D013664:Teaching Materials