36-1924. Examination for license


A. The examination provided for in this article shall consist of:


1. A demonstration of minimal knowledge in the techniques of testing hearing and
fitting and evaluating hearing aids.


2. A knowledge of the medical and rehabilitation facilities, for children and
adults with hearing disorders, in this state.


3. A knowledge of the code of ethics contained in this chapter.


4. Tests of knowledge in the following areas as they pertain to the fitting of
hearing aids:


(a) Physics.


(b) The human hearing mechanism, including its functions and causes of its
disorders.


(c) The function of hearing aids.


5. Practical tests of proficiency in the techniques of taking ear mold impressions
and measurement of hearing by pure tone audiometry, including the air, bone and masking
methods, and speech audiometry and other skills as they pertain to the candidacy for,
selection of and adaptation of hearing aids.


6. A knowledge of rehabilitation and hearing conservation techniques as they relate
only to hearing aids and related devices.


B. The examination shall not be constructed to require knowledge or abilities
inconsistent with the realistic services of a hearing aid dispenser or with the
requirements of sound public health practices.


C. To provide adequate tests of proficiency, the examination requirements provided
in this section may be changed when deemed necessary due to technological advances.