The qualifying examination provided in section 43-33-07 consists of: 1. Tests of knowledge in the following areas pertaining to the fitting and sale of hearing instruments: a. Basic physics of sound; b. The anatomy and physiology of the ear; c. The function of hearing instruments; d. Elementary audiology; and e. Any other requirements established by the board. 2. Practical tests of proficiency in the following techniques pertaining to the fitting of hearing instruments: a. Pure tone audiometry, including air conduction testing and bone conduction testing; b. Live voice or recorded voice speech audiometry, including speech reception threshold testing and speech discrimination testing; c. Masking when indicated; d. Recording and evaluation of audiograms and speech audiometry to determine proper selection and adaptation of a hearing instrument; e. Taking earmold impressions; f. Hearing instrument modification technique; and g. Any other requirements established by the board.
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