Advocate for the Hearing Healthcare Profession
We are the leading global voice for Hearing Aid Specialists, championing the profession and protecting access to quality hearing healthcare. Through strategic advocacy, IHS ensures that the professional expertise of Hearing Aid Specialists is recognized, valued, and defended at every level of policymaking.
Connect with Fellow Members in the IHS 360 App Communities
IHS 360 is more than an app — it’s your personalized hub for staying informed, engaged, and empowered by your IHS peers in the hearing healthcare profession.
Real Voices, Real Impact
“IHS keeps us connected, educated, and supported. It’s not just about the CE hours — it’s about having a professional “home” that looks out for us and the patients we serve. IHS has given me the tools, knowledge, and professional network to grow in my career. It has also provided leadership opportunities that allowed me to give back to the profession, especially in Mississippi, where I’ve been able to help strengthen our state chapter and encourage more participation. “
Patricia Allen
Owner
Hearing Aid Specialists of McComb – Mississippi, United States
“IHS keeps me informed about all the regulations and laws that are constantly being introduced to hamper or minimize the care we provide as hearing care professionals. If you care about your profession, IHS is doing the work to monitor these laws and regulations and they need our financial support for these efforts.”
Nathaniel Buck, BC-HIS
Owner
Optimum Hearing Care – Florida, United States
“I am a second generation IHS member and my mother, Anice Elliott, always valued being part of IHS which is passed down. To be part of such a strong membership helps not only us but our clients as we get to know other specialists that we can refer our clients to if they move or are travelling. As well, it is wonderful to have colleagues to discuss industry topics and boost our knowledge.”
Candice Boldt, BC-HIS
Registered Hearing Aid Practitioner
Lethbridge Hearing Centre – Alberta, Canada
“Supporting IHS is absolutely necessary for protecting the industry and licensure/right to practice. Without this organization, we would not be able to do what we love every day.”
Blake Cordell, MBA, BC-HIS
Hearing Aid Specialist
Miracle-Ear
Corporate
Membership Programs
The following organizations have invested in their teams by granting access to professional resources, networking opportunities, and industry support—all while strengthening the collective impact of the hearing healthcare community.
IHS Canada
We proudly represent Hearing Instrument Practitioners across Canada, delivering vital hearing healthcare and collaborating nationally through the IHS Canada Committee.
IHS Membership
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