Hearing Care Provider Apprentice: Path to Licensure

HearingLife; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HearingLife is offering an Apprenticeship Program to train individuals to become Hearing Care Providers. The program includes virtual and in-person classroom learning, hands-on labs, and clinical practice under a Preceptor. It leads to state licensing and independent patient care where allowed by law.

Participants must relocate within Illinois after licensure and hold at least an Associate degree. The program spans approximately six months to a year with structured milestones and weekly clinical

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and capable of working in a structured training environment.
• Ability to learn clinical concepts and patient care workflows.
• Strong communication and teamwork to support mentoring and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits friendly and courteous behavior in all patient interactions.
• Maintains schedule and regular touch points with patients.
• Conducts basic tympanometry, otoscopic exams, and hearing assessments under supervision.
• Make personalized recommendations for amplification and fit hearing instruments.
• Provide follow-up care including adjustments, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Assist in delivering counseling about hearing loss and patient journeys.

Skills

Self-motivated

Business Acumen

Technical Capacity

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma

Job description

HearingLife is offering an Apprenticeship Program to train individuals to become Hearing Care Providers. The program includes virtual and in-person classroom learning, hands-on labs, and clinical practice under a Preceptor. It leads to state licensing and independent patient care where allowed by law.

Participants must relocate within Illinois after licensure and hold at least an Associate degree. The program spans approximately six months to a year with structured milestones and weekly clinical