Michigan Hearing Aid Dispensing Requirements
The profession of hearing aid dispenser is regulated at the state level and each state maintains its own standards for licensure or registration.
Initial Licensure Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have graduated from an accredited high school or secondary school
- Have served as a hearing aid salesperson for a period of 2 years under the direction and supervision of a licensed hearing aid dealer
- Have passed a written and practical exam.
Reciprocity
An applicant from another state who possesses a hearing aid license and has taken a written examination may waive portions of the Michigan examination if the department determines that the applicant's state has an equivalent examination to that of Michigan's.
Continuing Education
There are no requirements for continuing education in the law/regulations.
Audiologist Dispensing
Audiologists may dispense under their audiology license.
Board Composition
The Board of Hearing Aid Dealers shall consist of six members who are qualified hearing aid dealers that have been actively engaged in the sale of hearing aids for at least 3 years. Not more than 2 members of the board shall be employees of, franchised by, or associated exclusively with, the same hearing aid manufacturer.
Facilities, Procedures and Instrumentation
Facilities, procedures and instrumentation are not addressed in the law/regulations.
Trial Period
A hearing aid trial period is not addressed in the law/regulations.
Mail Order
Mail order dispensing is not addressed in the law/regulations.
Resources
The information contained herein was collected and summarized annually. For detailed information on hearing aid dispenser requirements, contact the state board and visit these websites:
Board of Hearing Aid Dealers Statutes
Board of Hearing Aid Dealers Rules
Questions regarding this document? Call ASHA at 800-498-2071 and ask for the State Advocacy Team.