California Occupational License
License Title:
Hearing Aid Dispenser License
Hearing Aid Dispenser License
Department of Consumer Affairs
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board
Licensing Agency Contact Information:
| Address: | 2005 Evergreen Street, Ste. 2100 Sacramento, CA 95815 |
| Phone Number: | (916) 263-2666
|
| Fax Number: | (916) 263-2668
|
| E-mail Address: | speechandhearing@dca.ca.gov |
| Internet Address: | http://www.speechandhearing.ca.gov |
License Requirements, Fees, and Examination Information:
Individuals who fit and sell hearing aids must obtain a hearing aid dispenser license from the Hearing Aid Dispensers Bureau in order to practice in California.
Fees: Application: $75
Permanent License/Renewal: $280
Written exam: $225
Practical exam: $500
Branch office license: $25
Temporary license: $100
Examination Frequency: The written exam is offered electronically on a continuous basis.
The practical exam is administered 2-4 times a year. Note: Written exam must be passed before taking the practical exam.
Exam Locations: Written exams are administered in approximately 13 locations throughout California and several other states.
Practical exams are administered in Sacramento and San Diego (as budget allows).
Experience Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Average Time to Process Application: 236 days (per California Code of Regulations, Section 1399.113).
Renewal Period: Annually.
Special License Requirements: Fingerprints are required of all applicants.
Comments: N/A
Authority: Business and Professions Code, Chapter 7.5, Section 2530 et seq.
Occupations To Which This License Applies:Fees: Application: $75
Permanent License/Renewal: $280
Written exam: $225
Practical exam: $500
Branch office license: $25
Temporary license: $100
Examination Frequency: The written exam is offered electronically on a continuous basis.
The practical exam is administered 2-4 times a year. Note: Written exam must be passed before taking the practical exam.
Exam Locations: Written exams are administered in approximately 13 locations throughout California and several other states.
Practical exams are administered in Sacramento and San Diego (as budget allows).
Experience Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Average Time to Process Application: 236 days (per California Code of Regulations, Section 1399.113).
Renewal Period: Annually.
Special License Requirements: Fingerprints are required of all applicants.
Comments: N/A
Authority: Business and Professions Code, Chapter 7.5, Section 2530 et seq.
| Occupation Title | SOC Code |
| Hearing Aid Specialists | 292092 |