Audiologist | Career Planet

OFO No: 226601

Other names for Audiologist:

Hearing Therapist
Orthoepist

Youtube clip – All about the career of an Audiologist

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What is an Audiologist?

An Audiologist is a professional healthcare worker who deals with children and adults to diagnose, evaluate, treat and assist those with hearing loss and other related issues.

What does an Audiologist do?

tests babies, children and adult for hearing loss or other hearing problems
operates specialised audiometric equipment
interprets test results
diagnoses and evaluates problem/s
fits, tests and supplies hearing aids and cochlear implants
keeps up to date with technology and research
studies disorders affecting hearing and balance
manages staff
keeps detailed patient records

Are you . . . ?

a peoples’ person?
interested in the deaf or the hearing impaired?
a person with good hearing?
patient?
gentle and kind?
thorough and methodical?
self-motivated?
detail orientated?
able to concentrate and focus?
able to work with small children and the elderly?

How do I become an Audiologist?

Complete a Bachelors of Sceince degree (BSc) in Audiology

University of Cape Town
University of Kwazulu Natal
University of Stellenbosch
Walter Sisulu University

TRAINING:

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Once qualified, complete an internship
12 months of community service
Register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
Designation: Awarded by the HPCSA. Only designated candidates my use the title Professional Audiologist