Audiologist
Clinical
audiologists are healthcare professionals who
measure and evaluate a person's ability to hear
sounds, and specialize in the treatment of people
with hearing disorders. Audiologists often study
and provide guidance for patients and families
on the following topics:
- how language is learned
and spoken
- the anatomy of the
human ear, brain, and nerves
- causes of hearing loss
- aural rehabilitation
- rehabilitation relating to the ear and hearing.
- the use of hearing
aids
- lip reading and sign
language techniques
Audiologists
conduct hearing examinations, test for middle
ear disease, treat people with balance problems,
and fit hearing aids. Audiologists may practice
in a variety of settings, including the following:
- hospitals
- inpatient rehabilitation
centers
- long-term care facilities
- home health settings
- schools
- private practice
Many
audiologists hold a master's degree, and some
hold a clinical doctorate degree in audiology.
Audiologists are certified nationally through
the American Speech Language Hearing Association
(Certificate of Clinical Competence - Audiology,
or CCC-A) or the American Academy of Audiology.
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