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Audiology is about identifying and assessing hearing and balance function and their associated disorders.
There are various routes into a career in audiology. (1) You’ll typically need three A-C grade GCSEs or level-2 (or equivalent) qualifications for a post as a newborn hearing screener; (2) A levels, ideally including at least two science subjects, or level-3 (or equivalent) qualifications for a BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (audiology) or Practitioner Training Programme; (3) through the NHS Scientist Training Programme for which you’ll need a 1st or 2.1 either in an undergraduate honours degree or an integrated master’s degree in a relevant pure or applied science subject - physiology, pure or applied physics, engineering, biology or human biology, sports science (if significant scientific content). If you have a relevant 2.2 honours degree, you’ll also be considered if you have a higher degree in a subject relevant to the specialism for which you are applying. Evidence of research experience is desirable; or (4) to be a registered clinical scientist to access Higher Specialist Scientist Training.NHS staff usually work a standard 37.5 hours per week. They may work a shift pattern. Most jobs in the NHS are covered by the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales. In audiology, depending on the role, you’ll be in a post between AfC bands 2 and 9. Eg as a newborn hearing screener you'd be on band 2 or 3. As a healthcare science practitioner, you’d usually start on band 5, with opportunities to progress to more senior positions. Trainee clinical scientists train at band 6 level, and qualified clinical scientists are generally appointed at band 7. With experience and further qualifications, including Higher Specialist Scientist Training, you could apply for posts up to band 9. Terms and conditions of service can vary for employers outside the NHS.Able to communicate with people of all ages; think logically and adopt an analytical scientific approach; an interest in science and technology; comfortable using modern technology and complex equipment; able to work as part of a team.With further training or experience or both, you may be able to develop your career further and apply for vacancies in areas such as further specialisation, management, research, or teaching.