What is Audiology?
Audiology is the science of hearing, and the diagnosis and management of hearing loss. It includes a wide variety of subjects, including: acoustics; noise pollution; diseases and defects of the ear; effects of hearing loss on speech and language development; hearing aids and assistive listening devices.
The Profession
Audiologists work with patients of all ages, from newborns to centenarians. They work in a variety of settings, from private practices, to publicly-funded health and education sites.
As a profession, audiology:
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Is a one-on-one helping career
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Is in high demand, and has been listed as one of the “best careers” for 2009
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Pays well (avg. $77,000 per annum)
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Provides opportunities to work in publicly-funded health or education programs, or in private practice
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Allows workplace and work-week flexibility
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Invites creative and practical application of the sciences
Further Information
For further career information contact:
BC Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audologists
