Audiologist
Restore Clear Hearing
Improve Daily Communication
Support Lifelong Wellness
Undergraduate
Graduate
Doctor of Audiology
Post-Graduate
No degrees available
This is the educational pathway. There may be additional tests or licensure requirements necessary before begining to practice in the field. Consult your state guidelines for more. information.
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Is this career right for you?
What is the role of an audiologist?
An audiologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats hearing and balance disorders using specialized testing and therapeutic interventions. Audiologists also fit and manage hearing devices and provide rehabilitative counseling.
What does a typical day look like?
A typical day includes conducting hearing assessments, interpreting diagnostic results, fitting hearing aids or assistive devices, counseling patients, and collaborating with physicians or educational professionals.
Where do audiologists work?
Audiologists work in hospitals, private practices, outpatient clinics, ENT offices, and educational settings, depending on specialization.
What are the common job titles and career paths?
Common roles include Clinical Audiologist and Pediatric Audiologist. Career paths may lead to private practice ownership, clinical supervision, academic roles, or specialization in cochlear implants or vestibular care.
Who is this career a good fit for?
This career suits individuals who are patient-focused, detail-oriented, interested in healthcare technology, and committed to improving communication and quality of life.
What are the biggest rewards of this career?
Rewards include measurable improvement in patients’ ability to hear and communicate, strong professional autonomy, and stable demand within healthcare.
What does long-term growth look like?
Long-term growth may include specialization, leadership within healthcare systems, private practice ownership, or academic teaching and research.
What is the educational pathway to become an audiologist?
To become an audiologist, you must complete a Doctor of Audiology degree from an accredited program and obtain state licensure. Admission to Au.D. programs requires completion of undergraduate prerequisites in communication sciences, biology, physics, and related health sciences.
Sara Schenirer’s comprehensive Pre-Med and Nursing/Health Science Track within the BA in Psychology embeds common science prerequisites needed for health-focused graduate programs. This pathway supports preparation for doctoral-level audiology training by providing a strong foundation in behavioral science and required coursework.
After completing the Doctor of Audiology program, candidates must pass a national examination and meet state licensure requirements to practice.
