The exam consists of four parts:

1. (1) Part A. This part shall assess applicant's knowledge of hearing testing through a computer simulation program;
2. (2) Part B. This part shall assess applicant's practical knowledge and ability to make an ear impression;
3. (3) Part C. This part shall assess the applicant's knowledge of relevant laws, rules, and regulations governing hearing aid specialists; and

4. (4) Part D. Part D will be the ILE as administered by the IHS. This part shall assess the applicant's knowledge of the following:

   1. (A) patient assessment;
   2. (B) interpretation and application of assessment results;
   3. (C) hearing devices;
   4. (D) the scope of practice of hearing aid specialists; and
   5. (E) ability to provide continuing care.

History Note: Authority G.S. 93B-8; 93D-1.1; 93D-3(c); 93D-8;
Eff. April 23, 1976;
Amended Eff. May 1, 1988;
Temporary Amendment Eff. February 10, 2014;
Amended Eff. February 1, 2015; April 1, 2014;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 6, 2016;
Amended Eff. March 1, 2018.