Is being an audiologist a good fit for you?

Tests hearing and treats hearing and balance problems. May fit hearing aids and teach ways to hear better.

What the work involves

Keeps patient records at every stage, including first and later assessments and treatment.
Assesses hearing and balance problems to diagnose them and decide treatment.
Fits, supplies and repairs aids like hearing aids.
Gives hearing tests and examines patients using special instruments to find the type and level of hearing loss.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be curious and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onSome. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.

CuriousStrong. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.

CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.

HelpingStrong. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.

PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.

OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

Find out if it fits you

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