The 'hear' and now for audiology training

After some time apart, the audiology and optical sectors have started to realign and some practitioners may consider retraining or adding hearing care qualifications to their skillset

Following the change of regulator in hearing aid dispensing in 2010, the minimum standard for hearing aid dispensers (HAD) set by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is a foundation degree. One of the most popular options is the Hearing Aid Audiology foundation course, which can be carried out via distance learning and is offered by universities including Anglia Ruskin and Aston. National diplomas are offered by Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh and Mary Hare Training Services.