Certificación: Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences (BC-HIS)
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he certification process for hearing healthcare professionals consists of a psychometric exam developed by Subject Matter Experts. Compiled by a professional testing service, each exam is reviewed and revised on a regular basis by a team of trained individuals from the hearing health profession. The National Competency Exam (NCE) is based on research data that determines the daily skills needed to be a successful hearing healthcare professional. The exam is designed to test competency in these important areas of hearing instrument sciences: Assess patient presenting problem and needs Test and analyze patient hearing Prescribe and analyze hearing instruments Fit, adjust, program, and service hearing instruments and equipment Counseling, rehabilitation, and professional practice The NCE is based on practical knowledge and decision-making capabilities.
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- Yes
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 3 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- Yes
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- No
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- No
Avanzada
La certificación tiene un nivel de educación de los asociados de las artes o asociados de Ciencias de grado o superior y tiene un requisito de experiencia laboral de más de 2 años, o requiere la obtención de un "núcleo" de la certificación de nivel de la misma organización.
- Esta certificación está acreditada por la Comisión Nacional de Agencias Certificadoras (NCCA).
- Esta certificación está relacionada con las especialidades ocupacionales militares.