Group
Occupation
263931 Audiologist
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
263931 Audiologist
Provides diagnostic assessment and rehabilitative services for the non-medical management of hearing loss and balance function disorders.
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Performs a range of assessments to measure hearing, auditory, balance, and neural function, and tinnitus
- Interprets test results and provides recommendations for treatment and rehabilitation
- Prescribes and fits devices and aids, such as hearing aids and other hearing assistive devices
- Provides support and guidance to individuals affected by communication difficulties in relation to ear and hearing health
- Collaborates with other hearing and health professionals in the application of implantable devices