Hearing Aid Dispenser Apprenticeship - London based VERITAS HEARING LIMITED
This is a mobile/domiciliary based apprenticeship where you will be shadowing an Audiologist within the company to learn the role of a Hearing Aid Dispenser before being allowed to carry out basic servicing, carrying out follow up appointments and repairs of hearing aids.
Closing date: 31 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£18,000.00
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Working week
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
11 Mar 2024
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Date posted
20 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Higher
Level 5 (Higher national Diploma) -
Reference number
VAC1000200004
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
You will be mobile based and working with one of our highly experienced Audiologists on the job. Your primarily responsibilities will be carrying out fittings and customer rehabilitation of hearing aids. In addition, you will be responsible for all aspects of follow ups and service/repair calls as well as aftercare. Your role will also include referring customers to your Mentor Audiologist who are ready to upgrade their existing hearing aids.
The training during the apprenticeship will take place in Birmingham, however once qualified as a Hearing Aid Dispenser this position is for the London region therefore would suit someone who lives in the London region.
The training you will be getting
Foundation Degree in Hearing Aid Audiology, BSc healthcare science (audiology), Certificate or Diploma in Audiology, Award in Hearing Aid Dispensing Competence.
You will achieve a Level 5 award in hearing aid dispensing allowing you to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and to work under the protected title of ‘Hearing Aid Dispenser’.
The apprenticeship consists of on the job and classroom based training in conjunction with De Montford University in Leicester. The course is 24 months in total.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
The Hearing Aid Dispenser Apprenticeship is a level 5 qualification approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and allows successful apprentices to work under the protected title of ‘Hearing Aid Dispenser’ once completed.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 2 or higher) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
VERITAS HEARING LIMITED

About disability confident
Address
Po Box 16138
B32 9GS
Contact
Training
Training provider
DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Hearing aid dispenser
Level 5 (Higher national Diploma)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
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