Audiologists perform diagnostic evaluations of auditory and vestibular disorders, select and fit hearing aids, and provide aural rehabilitation.
They may also assist with workers’ health programs, dispense hearing aids, and aural rehabilitation in the public sector.
In addition, a few universities offer masters and doctoral degree courses designed to provide the necessary training for those aiming at a career in research and education.
Despite efforts being made to implement newborn hearing screening throughout Brazil, 77% of the UNHS programs are in the Southern, which is the more industrialized part of the country.
Newborn hearing screening is one of the leading contributors for engaging subsequent diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation actions.
If the newborn does not pass the first part of the screening then they are referred to Audiology and Speech Pathology Clinic at the University of São Paulo, campus of Bauru for diagnostic follow-up testing and intervention.