Health & Medicine
Audiologist
You test hearing and help people hear the world again.
- Starting salary
- R24 000 – R35 000
- Job demand
- Steady demand
- Key subjects
- Mathematics, Physical Sciences
What do they do?
You test hearing and help people hear the world again.
A day in the life
You run hearing tests, fit hearing aids, and support babies, learners and workers with hearing loss.
Skills you need
- Technology skill
- Care
- Precision
- Communication
School subjects that help
- Mathematics
- Physical Sciences
- Life Sciences
How long does it take?
3 main steps after school, usually 3–6 years of study, plus practical experience.
Study path
- 1High school
- 2BSc Audiology
- 3Community service
- 4Audiologist
Ways in: University degree · Professional registration (HPCSA). University is not the only route.
Where can I study?
- University of the Witwatersrand
- University of Pretoria
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- University of Cape Town
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Admission requirements differ by institution, always check the official website.
What can I earn?
Entry level
R24 000 – R35 000
per month (estimate)
Mid career
R36 000 – R55 000
per month (estimate)
Experienced / senior
R58 000 – R90 000+
per month (estimate)
Estimated salary ranges only. Salaries vary based on experience, qualification, industry, location and employer.
How to start preparing now
- • Learn how sound waves work
- • Learn some SA Sign Language
- • Volunteer with deaf learners
Try this career
Test how far away different sounds can still be heard, and record your results.
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