Illinois Compiled Statutes 225 ILCS 50/9 – Areas of examination
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The examination required by Section 8 shall be set forth by rule and demonstrate the applicant’s technical qualifications by:
(a) Tests of knowledge in the following areas as they
(a) Tests of knowledge in the following areas as they
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pertain to the testing, selecting, recommending, fitting, and selling of hearing aids:
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(1) characteristics of sound;
(2) the nature of the ear; and
(3) the function and maintenance of hearing aids.
(b) Practical tests of proficiency in techniques as
(2) the nature of the ear; and
(3) the function and maintenance of hearing aids.
(b) Practical tests of proficiency in techniques as
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they pertain to the fitting of hearing aids shall be prescribed by the Department, set forth by rule, and include candidate qualifications in the following areas:
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(1) pure-tone audiometry including air conduction
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testing and bone conduction testing;
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(2) live voice or recorded voice speech
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audiometry, including speech reception, threshold testing and speech discrimination testing;
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(3) masking;
(4) proper selection and adaptation of a hearing
(4) proper selection and adaptation of a hearing
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instrument;
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(5) taking earmold impressions;
(6) proper maintenance procedures; and
(7) a general knowledge of the medical and
(6) proper maintenance procedures; and
(7) a general knowledge of the medical and
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physical contra-indications to the use and fitting of a hearing aid.
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(c) Knowledge of the general medical and hearing
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rehabilitation facilities in the area being served.
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(d) Knowledge of the provisions of this Act and the
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rules promulgated hereunder.
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