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Is audiology a good career? I’m deciding between that and physical therapy and chiropractic. I’m really nervous about choosing one these career paths because I want to be able to find a job.

My name is Charlene and im confused on what career path I should take due to interest’ Job growth/availability, and money. #career #job #career-choice #career-counseling

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Kyle’s Answer

Hi, my wife is an audiologist and I am a physical therapist.

Physical therapy is a great diverse career field that focuses on human body, moment, and exercises to return people in pain or post surgical back to prior level of function. There are many specialties in physical therapy (Neuro, Pediatrics, orthopedics, sports)

Audiologist require 3-4 doctoral training, majority of audiologist work in private practice and in this setting the majority of their money will come by selling hearing aids (Hearing aid salesman) and many job requirements are similar to that of an audiology tech or assistant. (ie. repairing hearing aids, programming hearing aids) however hospital and ENT audiologists do more specific work these are more rare and more difficult to get (also these special tests require frequent use of math and special formulas that you will have to memorize)

Kyle recommends the following next steps:

Shadow Physical Therapist in all Settings
Shadow Audioligsts
Ask questions related to future of the profession, individual growth in the field, what the job requirements of each are.
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Katie’s Answer

Audiology is a growing career field, with an increased demand projected for people in this field. More babies are being saved who have severe disabilities, and some involve hearing loss. For the first time in history, there is an increased number of people in their 20's who have hearing loss due to exposure to loud noises (such as music played too loudly through earbuds) and more seniors with hearing loss. Audiologists also help people with balance issues. Audiologists may work in the offices of ear, nose and throat doctors, in hospitals, the military, schools, in private practice and as employees in a wide range of industries.

Katie recommends the following next steps:

Go to www.asha.org and search for information for students about careers in this field.
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Constance’s Answer

Hi Charlene, this question would merit sitting down with a school counselor. But here is my answer for you.
Before I attempt to answer your main question as to if Audiology is a good career, your sub-thoughts seem to have you wrestling with job interest, job growth, and money. The good news is that all of your career considerations have the potential to make good money. But to be successful you have to work hard and none of your career choices will be a simple walk in the park. My first recommendation is to follow your interest because you will be willing to work harder doing something that really interest’s you.
Audiology has vast career opportunities and you can earn degrees all the way through a doctorial level. Getting started in Audiology could be the challenge. I believe Kyle gave you an excellent tip to shadow Audiologists. I would also recommend, (if you choose this career path) to look for opportunities through your college and professors to possibly volunteer under Audiologists to gain experience. Lastly, I would recommend you check out some hearing aid blogs that can help you gain a better understanding on Audiology and what types of issues people have with audiology. Here are a few recommendations…
• Audiology Online
• Hearing Tracker/Hearing Aid Reviews & Audiologist Reviews
• Associated Audiologists blog
Best of luck to you Charlene in whatever career you pursue!
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