Apprentice

Overview

The Hearing Care Provider Apprenticeship Program is designed for individuals interested in becoming a hearing healthcare professional who provides comprehensive hearing healthcare through patient assessment, education, and hearing loss treatment. The Apprentice will complete the HearingLife Apprenticeship Program to gain the necessary skills and obtain the required state licenses.

Training Program Outline

The program consists of both virtual and in-person classroom learning, hands-on lab learning, and side-by-side learning with a licensed Hearing Care Provider. The Apprentice will follow an established curriculum and adhere to coaching and guidance provided by the assigned Preceptor. The program typically takes 6 months but may extend up to a year depending on state requirements.

Specific Requirements

• Must be willing to relocate within the states of Minnesota or Wisconsin once licensed.

Training Permit

The Apprentice will be required to obtain a training license for the state of study at the start of the program.

HHA Clinical Introduction

This week includes instruction, live demonstrations, self-guided labs, and Preceptor-guided labs. A hands-on Clinical Skills Check will be conducted to verify skills learned.

In-Clinic Practice with Direct Supervision

Following the Clinical Introduction Week and successfully passing the Clinical Introduction Skills Check, the Apprentice begins working hands-on in the clinic with guidance and mentorship from the Preceptor. This experience continues until the Apprentice passes the HearingLife Clinical Certification.

Clinical Certification

Upon completion of hands-on learning and mastering proficiency in each clinical skill, a Clinical Certification will be conducted to ensure mastery of all clinical concepts. Upon passing the Clinical Certification, the Apprentice will be eligible to see patients independently, as allowed by state licensing laws.

Licensing and Exams

• After completing the HearingLife Clinical Certification, the Apprentice may take state and/or national licensing exams as required by their state.
• Each exam may be attempted two times.

Practical Exam

A hands-on evaluation of clinical skills. State-dependent, not all states have a practical exam. Some states take the ILE (International Licensing Exam), while others have their own independent exams.

Hearing Health Academy

A series of classes to support learning of business principles that form the building blocks for the best-in-class patient care. The ATRT program aims to positively impact operational excellence within each clinic across the network.

Qualifications

• At least 0-2 years of general full-time work experience, preferably in a patient care or other related hearing or other health-care-focused setting involving direct contact with patients;
• Understanding of HIPAA privacy obligations relating to patient information and records;
• Minimum of a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license (some states require an Associate’s Degree as a minimum);
• Functional use of Microsoft Office Suite of products, and some familiarity with customer/Patient relationship management tracking systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.