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Prescribe, select and fit hearing devices

Prescribe, select and fit hearing devices

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAUD012
State Code
OFH93
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
061709 - Audiology
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prescribe and fit hearing devices. It also involves providing follow up services to clients.This unit applies to audiometrists.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine hearing device requirements
  • 1.1 Interpret outcomes of hearing assessment documentation
  • 1.2 Select style and performance requirements of hearing devices based on hearing assessment, client communication and physical needs
  • 1.3 Select additional device requirements for optimal acoustic performance and client management needs
  • 1.4 Select acoustic coupling system to meet client needs
2. Take ear impressions
  • 2.1 Follow personal hygiene and infection control, including hand hygiene, correct, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe handling of materials, in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 2.2 Recognise and respond to contraindications to taking ear impressions with otoscopy
  • 2.3 Make referral to other facilities for assessment and treatment
  • 2.4 Select otoblock size based on client ear canal anatomy and needs
  • 2.5 Prepare mould material according to manufacturer instructions
  • 2.6 Conduct ear impression procedure safely according to organisational procedures
  • 2.7 Adapt ear impression processes based on current and emerging technologies
  • 2.8 Examine ear impressions for defects and take new impression to address identified defects
  • 2.9 Determine modifications required for a comfortable insertion and fit
  • 2.10 Examine ear condition post impression to confirm it is free from obstruction, damage or abnormalities
  • 2.11 Package ear impressions according to organisational procedures and send to ear mould manufacturer
3. Prepare for fitting
  • 3.1 Prepare information and required documentation for hearing aid fitting
  • 3.2 Prepare the environment for hearing aid fitting
  • 3.3 Perform equipment checks and ensure calibration requirements are met
  • 3.4 Check and confirm personal protective equipment is available for use
4. Fit hearing aids
  • 4.1 Fit hearing aids according to manufacturer instructions and industry best practice including recognised fitting formulae
  • 4.2 Assess occlusion effect and make modifications to minimise its effects including using venting systems
  • 4.3 Determine acceptable power output and evaluate in consultation with the client
  • 4.4 Assess hearing device for acoustic feedback and take action to minimise its effects
  • 4.5 Check device connectivity settings according to manufacturer instructions and client needs
  • 4.6 Clean and store equipment and attachments according to manufacturer instructions and infection control procedures
5. Verify and validate fitting
  • 5.1 Evaluate acoustic performance of hearing aids against prescriptive targets
  • 5.2 Adjust hearing aids in consultation with client to support the acclimatisation process and optimise listening comfort
  • 5.3 Validate client hearing performance in line with client’s goals and needs using a range of validation tools
6. Complete and manage documentation
  • 6.1 Complete and store client documentation according to organisational procedures
  • 6.2 Determine and document expected short and long term outcomes based on client’s goals
7. Follow up client
  • 7.1 Organise client follow up according to organisational procedures
  • 7.2 Verify and validate success of fitting and modify electroacoustic parameters to meet client needs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVA63 HLTAUD005 Dispense hearing devices Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTS0 HLT57425 Diploma of Audiometry Qualification