HLT57425 - Diploma in Audiometry
This qualification reflects the role of audiometrists who conduct hearing assessments to identify hearing impairment and take appropriate action based on the test results. They may refer clients for further audiological or medical assessment and may be involved in care management and education programs. At this level, audiometrists also prescribe and dispense hearing aids and other listening devices to assist in hearing rehabilitation. Audiometrists may work in medical settings or industrial contexts or as independent practitioners.
NB: No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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The course comprises 17 units.
Below is the list of units being offered by AuCA, as defined by the training package.​
BSBINS302 | Organise workplace information (selected elective) |
BSBMKG434 | Promote products and services (selected elective) |
BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities (selected elective) |
BSBWHS332X | Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities |
CHCCOM006 | Establish and manage client relationships |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
CHCEDU008 | Share health information |
CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status |
HLTAUD007 | Conduct basic audiometric testing |
HLTAUD008 | Conduct audiometric testing |
HLTAUD010 | Assess and respond to occupational noise risk (selected elective) |
HLTAUD011 | Develop and implement individual hearing rehabilitation programs |
HLTAUD012 | Prescribe, select and fit hearing devices |
HLTAUD013 | Assist client with management of hearing devices |
HLTAUD014 | Manage and remove cerumen (selected elective) |
HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
This flexible course is delivered via online delivery, and via practical workshops in Australia (Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and Melbourne) and New Zealand (Auckland).
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The course is available and open for enrolment throughout the year. Participants will be placed in the below suggested cohorts based on their enrolment date.​​​
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Cohort 1: Enrolment between July and January
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Cohort 2: Enrolment between February and June
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Practical Workshops​
Each participant is required to attend:
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5 separate practical workshops,
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one 2-day online workshop,
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two 3-day online workshops,
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one 4-day face-to-face workshop mid-course,
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and a final 3-day face-to-face practical assessment workshop,
prior to course completion, and timetabled based on their cohort.
The workshop dates and locations are set to ensure the participants are able to fully develop the required skills and knowledge prior to being assessed. AuCA allows students to transfer into different cohorts to suit their individual needs.
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Duration​
Course duration is flexible and can be structured for 12 to 18 month programs part-time.
Learners may complete the program earlier than these timelines through recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer.
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Assessments
There will be a variety of assessment tools used to assess learners, which include:
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online quizzes and written assessments
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observation and demonstration
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verbal / written tests
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workplace logbooks
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project / case study
Learners are given a detailed timetable that matches their program.