Assessor Resource
HLTAU505C
Dispense and maintain hearing devices for adults and provide communication counselling
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Work performed involves prescribing and fitting hearing aids and other assistive listening devices; objective evaluation of hearing device function and use; undertaking minor repairs; and maintenance of hearing devices for adults
It also involves devising strategies to address any physical and electro-acoustic modification of hearing device/s indicated by using hardware and software options and providing appropriate instruction to the client/carer in hearing device usage and maintenance
All tasks are conducted in accordance with current industry standards, organisation policies and procedures, and infection control guidelines
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to dispense and maintain hearing aids, assistive listening devices and other devices and provide the client, significant other and carer with communication strategies to help overcome the communication breakdown caused by hearing loss
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