Hearing Aid Specialists

SOC Code: 41-2031

Entry Salary
$ 6.82/hr
Average Salary
$10.61/hr

Job Description
Hearing aid specialists provide technical assistance to those who are hearing impaired. Duties include audiometric testing, fitting, dealing, and dispensing of hearing aid equipment.

Requirements
1.  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
2.  Pass a written and practical examination.

Restrictions
All applications are reviewed by the State Board.

School Located in Wyoming
There are no schools for Hearing Aid Specialists in Wyoming.

License
Hearing aid specialists must be licensed by the Wyoming Board of Hearing Aid Specialists.

Examination
Examinations are given in January and July in a location to be announced by the Board.
 
Fees  
Application $100.00
Examination $200.00
Temporary Permit $150.00
License $100.00
Annual Renewal $150.00

All rules, fees, and application materials available at: http://plboards.state.wy.us/hearingaid 

Licensing Agency
Debra L. Bridges, Occupational Licensing Administrator
Board of Hearing Aid Specialists
1800 Carey Avenue, 4th Floor
Cheyenne, Wyoming  82002
Phone: (307) 777-6529
Fax: (307) 777-3508

Additional Sources of Information
Oklahoma Hearing Aid Association
P.O. Box 1684
Muskogee, Oklahoma  74402
(918) 682-6251

Wages Last Updated January 2008


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