Description
Fit and sell hearing amplification systems to individuals in retail establishments. Test auditory system of hearing-impaired individuals, using test equipment and applying standardized evaluation procedures. Interpret and evaluate auditory test results and confer with hearing-impaired individuals to demonstrate, select, fit, adapt, and modify hearing amplification systems. May replace defective parts or make repairs to hearing amplification systems returned by customers.
| Statute/Rules |
NH RSA 137-F; Administrative Rules Chapter Hcp 300 |
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| Regulatory Agency |
NEW HAMPSHIRE BOARD OF HEARING CARE PROVIDERS
PO Box 446
Greenland, New Hampshire 03840-0446 |
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| phone |
(603) 433-7512 |
| fax |
not available |
| web |
not available |
| contact person |
Kala Heron, Secretary |
| e-mail |
kheron8541@comcast.net |
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Registration Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A training course no longer than six months approved by the National Institute of Hearing Instrument Studies (NIHIS), with home study acceptable, or a training program supervised by a licensed audiologist or registered hearing aid dealer with a minimum of two years experience
- Complete and file application
- Pass written and practical examinations
Examination
- Written and practical examinations required
Continuing Education
- Eight credit hours annually
Fees
| Initial registration |
$150.00 |
| Annual renewal |
$150.00 |
Reciprocity: Applicants who are Board Certified by the National Institute of Hearing Instrument Studies and have completed and passed the National Institute of Hearing Instrument Studies examination in another state are exempt from examination but must submit application and fees
Residence/Citizenship: Neither New Hampshire residency nor US citizenship is required
Number of Active Licenses: 64
Standard Occupational Code (O*Net): 29-2099.99 Health Technicians and Technologists, All Other
Further Information*
International Hearing Society
16880 Middlebelt Road, Suite 4
Livonia MI 48154-3374
phone: (734) 522-7200
web: <www.ihsinfo.org>
National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences
16880 Middlebelt Road, Suite 3
Livonia MI 48154-3374
phone: (734) 522-2900
web: <www.hearingnbc.org>
last revision: August 2007
*For reference only. This listing does not constitute an endorsement of any organization, and is subject to change.
