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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 29-2092.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Hearing Aid Specialists

Select and fit hearing aids for customers. Administer and interpret tests of hearing. Assess hearing instrument efficacy. Take ear impressions and prepare, design, and modify ear molds.

What this job is about

Assist clients in understanding and using hearing aids effectively.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Evaluate hearing abilities

    Select and administer tests to evaluate hearing or related disabilities.

  2. 2

    Counsel clients and families

    Counsel patients and families on communication strategies and the effects of hearing loss.

  3. 3

    Train clients on devices

    Train clients to use hearing aids or other augmentative communication devices.

  4. 4

    Maintain hearing aids

    Maintain or repair hearing aids or other communication devices.

  5. 5

    Stay updated on audiology

    Read current literature and participate in professional organizations to keep abreast of developments in audiology.

Tools used in this work
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.