They evaluate and support infants, adults and children with hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus) and balance disorders. More specifically, they:
Screen, identify, evaluate and diagnose hearing and balance disorders
Counsel, treat, and help manage/rehabilitate those with hearing concerns
Support families, educators, caregivers and others to help individuals with hearing loss improve their hearing, communication and hearing health
Assess and treat individuals for cochlear implantation
Prescribe, fit and dispense hearing aids and other amplification and hearing assistance technologies
Perform ear or hearing-related surgical monitoring
Promote hearing health
Collaborate with and refer to other agencies and professionals
Where do audiologists work?
Audiologists conduct their work in many different settings and contexts, including:
