Audiologist VETASSESS Skills Assessment

Tasks include:

• assessing and diagnosing the extent of client hearing loss using a wide range of techniques, including audiometric tests
• reporting results of assessments and tests in writing and making referrals to medical practitioners
• recommending solutions to those with hearing impairment including amplification, implantable devices, medical interventions and assistive listening devices and providing aural rehabilitation programs
• providing counselling, advice and information to clients and families as a part of the overall treatment
• assisting with the development and management of noise control and hearing conservation strategies

Currently, Audiologists are not required to register with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. In the labour market, employers seek applicants with the equivalent of an Australian Master degree. Membership of a professional body such as Audiology Australia is also required in order to receive government and private reimbursement for the delivery of hearing health care services.