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Occupational Summary for Audiologists (29-1121)
Oregon Statewide

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Description: Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.
Employment Projections
Region Employment Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 185 226 4 4 8
Current Job Openings
There are no openings for this occupation.
Wages
Region ----- 2010 Wages -----
Median Hourly Avg
Annual
Middle Range
Oregon Statewide $32.67 $67,694 $25.02 - 38.18
Industries of Employment
private sector only
Industry 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries 185
Health Care and Social Assistance 141
Occupations with Similar Skills
Occupation Skill Overlap
Speech And Language Pathologists 64%
Therapists, All Other 41%
Occupational Therapists 39%
Health Diagnosing And Treating Practitioners, All Other 38%
Recreational Therapists 36%
Statewide Employment Analysis
2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a much faster rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the regional average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Educational Requirements
Workers must have a master's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a doctorate degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.