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Topic: Become a Hearing Aid Specialist

  • How do I access the e-books I purchased with the course materials?

    Upon purchase, you will receive an email with a link to complete your account set up. You will sign in to your account here to access the digital e-books.

     

  • How do I get started as a Hearing Aid Specialist?

    There are two pathways to becoming a Hearing Aid Specialist: on-the-job training or an academic degree in hearing instrument sciences, which are offered at a few colleges in the US and Canada. The first step toward choosing the right path for you is to contact your local licensing agency to investigate the requirements set by your jurisdiction (state, province, board, etc.). 

     

  • How do I take the Final Exam?

    The Final Exam will become available in the e-Learning Portal course when all course activities are complete.

     

  • How do trainers link their trainer account with their trainee(s)’ accounts to view their progress?

    This is an IHS Member exclusive benefit. The Trainer must be an IHS member to attain account linking. To learn more about becoming a member, visit this page.

     

  • How do trainers link their trainer account with their trainee(s)’ accounts to view their progress?

    This is an IHS Member exclusive benefit. The Trainer must be an IHS member to attain account linking. As a member, you can request trainer/trainee account linkage by completing this form here.

     

  • Is the Distance Learning Course required to get licensed as a Hearing Aid Specialist?

    The requirements for licensure vary depending on your jurisdiction. Refer to your local licensing laws. You can reach out to your local licensing agency for more information.

     

  • What are the benefits of becoming a student member of IHS?

    Student membership is the best complement to your training and connects you with your field. The benefits of membership include a network of peers, discounts on training and programs, member-only resources to advance your career, industry news, and more. Membership also supports IHS’ advocacy on behalf of the profession to have a strong voice in legislative, regulatory, and other policy initiatives at all levels, which benefits the profession overall.

     

  • What score do I need to achieve to pass the Final Exam?

    To pass the Final Exam, you must earn a 72% or higher. You may take the Final Exam as many times as needed to pass. There is no penalty for re-taking it.

     

  • Where do I access the online exercises, chapter tests, and final exam?

    The workbook includes instructions to register and access the corresponding online exercises and tests in the e-Learning Portal. The Final Exam will become available in the e-Learning Portal once you have completed all online exercises and tests.

     

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