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Understanding the Difference: Free Hearing Screening vs. Full Diagnostic Hearing Test
If you’re concerned about your hearing, it’s important to know what kind of test is right for you. This handout explains the difference between a free hearing screening and a comprehensive diagnostic hearing test.
✅ Free Hearing Screening
A hearing screening is a quick and simple way to check if your hearing is within a normal range.
Key Features:
Purpose: Identifies whether hearing loss might be present.
Time: Quick (usually 5–10 minutes).
Performed by: Technician, audiometrist, or audiologist.
Result: Pass/fail outcome.
Cost: Free.
Follow-Up: Recommends full diagnostic test if loss is detected.
A great first step if you’re unsure about your hearing health.
🔍 Full Diagnostic Hearing Test
A diagnostic test provides a detailed understanding of your hearing and any hearing loss you may have.
What It Includes:
Full audiogram (tests all frequencies used in speech).
Word recognition testing at different volume levels.
Tympanometry to check eardrum movement and middle ear function.
Acoustic reflex testing to evaluate nerve and brainstem response.
Discussion with an audiologist about your hearing concerns and solutions.
Performed by: Audiologist
Time: Approximately 60 minutes
Cost: May be covered by insurance
Purpose: Determines the type and cause of hearing loss and helps guide treatment
🧭 Which Should You Choose?
| Start With a Free Screening If… | Schedule a Diagnostic Test If… |
|---|---|
| ✅ You’re just curious or haven’t had a hearing check in years. | ✅ You’ve noticed changes in your hearing or struggle with conversations. |
| ✅ You want a quick, no-cost checkup. | ✅ A screening has indicated hearing loss. |
| ✅ You have no symptoms but want peace of mind. | ✅ You’re ready to explore treatment options or hearing aids. |
Are you missing out on the sounds around you? Our fully-qualified MNZAS audiologists can help.
Kapiti Hearing is an independent owner-operated audiology and hearing aid clinic, offering first-class hearing services and advice on all your hearing needs. Kapiti Hearing specialises in personalised, patient-centered care with our qualified audiologists who take the time to fully assess your hearing needs. With audiology clinics in Waikanae and Raumati Beach, our practice is convenient for Kapiti residents and beyond. Find out how we can help you by contacting Kapiti Hearing today.
Our Services
Hearing Tests
Kapiti Hearing provides comprehensive diagnostic hearing test services in Kapiti, with audiometry testing available in both Waikanae and Raumati locations.
Funding
Kapiti Hearing is able to access any and all Government funding that you may be eligible for.
Clean & Check of Hearing Aids
At Kapiti Hearing, we can often repair your hearing aid in-house while you wait.
Hearing Aid Repair
Kapiti Hearing can assit you with a wide range of Hearing Aid maintenance and repair services.
Fitting Hearing Aids & Accessories
At Kapiti Hearing, we are specialists in adult hearing aid fittings.
Hearing Protection Devices
If you work or play in a noisy environment, we have a range of customised hearing protectors.
Wax Removal
Our registered nurses at Kapiti Hearing, Waikanae, will safely remove excess wax from your ears using microsuction.
Aural Rehabilitation
Hearing loss and rehabilitation is a markedly different story. You hear with your brain – not your ears.
Our Team
Jeanie Morrison-Low, MAud, MNZAS
Eloise Koenig, MAud MNZAS
Katie Sawaya, AuD, MNZAS
Debra, Office Manager
Ness Stanley, Raumati Receptionist
Tiffany Britton, Waikanae Receptionist
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We are an independent audiology clinic in Kapiti. Our professional audiologists encourage you to bring whanau, friend or loved one with you to your appointment.
