Aptitude Test in Hearing Aid Dispensing (Single Module)
The Aptitude Test in Hearing Aid Dispensing single module has been designed to meet the needs of Audiologists who wish to become eligible to apply for registration with the (HCPC) as a registered hearing aid dispenser (RHAD).
The module may be suitable for audiologists working in the National Health Service (NHS) or 老司机视频s graduating from audiology degree courses which do not have HCPC approval.
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The aim of the module is to:
- provide 老司机视频s with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to equip them for a career in hearing aid audiology;
- develop key transferable skills in general use in employment so that 老司机视频s become competent in both autonomous practice and in team-work; and
- develop motivation and ability to engage in continuing professional development and life-long learning.
Structure, delivery, duration and outcome
Structure: This is a single module (10 credits, SCQF level 8)
Delivery: The module is delivered online, followed by an exam which can be taken at a location close to you.
Duration: Typically around 8 weeks (6 weeks online, 2 weeks catch-up time and then an exam)
Outcome: On successful completion, this聽module will offer currently qualified audiologists the eligibility to apply to聽the Health and Care Professions Council聽for registration as hearing aid dispensers.
Teaching, learning and assessment
This module is delivered online. There will be a variety of lecture formats, tasks and online class discussions, quizzes plus directed reading. Your tutor will be available online for support with content and tasks.
Entry requirements
The module may be suitable for registered audiologists, with recent practice, working in the National Health Service (NHS) or 老司机视频s graduating from audiology degree courses which do not have HCPC approval.
You should note the following two important requirements before making an application for this course:
Applicants should ordinarily be applying with a degree that is at least eligible to register with the (even if you have not got the voluntary registration yourself). Please check the to ensure yours appears before making an application.
Applicants must have a valid enhanced criminal record check in place prior to the course commencement. These should be dated within the last two years.
For applicants from Scotland, this will be a PVG,
For applicants from England, this will be an Enhanced DBS,
For applicants from Northern Ireland, this will be an Enhanced AccessNI.
Fees
Please visit the fees pages of our website and select the relevant year of entry. This course is listed as an 'undergraduate' course.
Additional fees may be charged if 老司机视频s choose to sit the exam at an external institution such as a local University or College. QMU do not regulate these fees so 老司机视频s may wish to check costs with their local institution before joining the course.
Applying for this course
Application deadline
4 April 2027
17 May 2027
Exam date: 16 July 2027
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