Audiologist vs. Hearing Aid Dispenser, there is a difference...
There are many reasons to seek the care of an Audiologist, however one of the key differences between an audiologist and a "hearing aid dispenser" is the amount of education required. Currently, an audiologist must attain a professional degree (currently, a Doctor of Audiology, AuD) which involves 4 years of academic and clinical training in audiology, this is only after they have obtained a 4-year bachelor's degree.
Presently, a 'Hearing Aid Dispenser' in the state of Kansas is only required to be 21 years of age, graduated from an accredited high school or equivalent, and have passed a written and practical exam.
Another major difference between an audiologist and a hearing aid dispenser lies within their scopes of practice. Audiologists are licensed and trained to manage many areas of hearing healthcare, here are a few of those areas: Comprehensive auidological evaluations which include: hearing sensitivity, speech understanding, middle ear measurements and function - inner ear and auditory nerve function - auditory processing evaluations for infants, children, and adults - diagnostic tests for balance and dizziness disorders.
In contrast, a licensed Hearing Aid Dispensers scope of practice is limited. The primary function of a Heairng Aid Dispenser is to complete basic hearing test for the purpose of selling hearing aids to adults.
Consult with an audiologist, it doesn't cost you more for the quality of care you deserve.
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Presently, a 'Hearing Aid Dispenser' in the state of Kansas is only required to be 21 years of age, graduated from an accredited high school or equivalent, and have passed a written and practical exam.
Another major difference between an audiologist and a hearing aid dispenser lies within their scopes of practice. Audiologists are licensed and trained to manage many areas of hearing healthcare, here are a few of those areas: Comprehensive auidological evaluations which include: hearing sensitivity, speech understanding, middle ear measurements and function - inner ear and auditory nerve function - auditory processing evaluations for infants, children, and adults - diagnostic tests for balance and dizziness disorders.
In contrast, a licensed Hearing Aid Dispensers scope of practice is limited. The primary function of a Heairng Aid Dispenser is to complete basic hearing test for the purpose of selling hearing aids to adults.
Consult with an audiologist, it doesn't cost you more for the quality of care you deserve.
For more information
