What do Audiologists do?
We diagnose, manage, and treat hearing and balance problems in everyone from new-borns to older people. We will review your medical history and evaluate hearing or balance. If we believe a condition might be medically treatable, we will refer you to the appropriate medical professional. Otherwise, we will help you manage the condition through audiologic care and treatment, which may include hearing aids, aural rehabilitation, or balance therapy.
Audiologist training involves completing:
- A Master’s Degree in Audiology (Maud) from an accredited university.
- A period of Supervision which prepares the Audiologist to sit and pass their board exam (CCC-A – Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology)
- Registration with the New Zealand Audiological Society (NZAS)
- Continued educational program (CEP) requirements in order to renew the Certificate of Clinical Competence