They should also have knowledge and experience with masking. Complete high school education or equivalency. Contact the Department for application forms and a Study Guide. Submit completed application including all required documentation. Please note that the name of the licensee who is supervising the trainee shall appear on the face of the permit.
Training permits entitle the applicant to practice fitting of hearing aids for a period of one year.
A person holding a valid hearing instrument specialists license shall be responsible for the direct supervision and training of the applicant and shall be liable for all negligent acts and omissions of the trainee in the fitting of hearing aids. Pass required examinations. Board review of application, determination to grant credential. Contact the Department for an application as indicated above. Applicants who have ever been credentialed in another state will be required to have each state board submit letters of verification to the Wisconsin Hearing and Speech Examining Board.