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About Continuing Education
We have virtual continuing education (CE) classes offered during our Northwest Hearing Aid Summit held in the spring, usually the first part of March. This event will continue to be held annually, in lieu of the former Tri-State Hearing Convention. We also hold an annual in-person event, usually the first part of August, which we refer to as our Summer Meeting. This CE event is held at various locations throughout Washington State, alternating from being held on the west and the east side of the Cascades. There are a variety of industry professionals to present at both events and encourage members and non-members alike to join us. We also invite hearing aid specialists from surrounding states like Oregon and Idaho to attend. We encourage members to submit topics they would like to see at our next event. CE credits are submitted to and issued by the International Hearing Society.
There are some recordings of our previous classes for viewing via our YouTube channel. They are free to view. |
Washington Department of Health Requirements: Total of 30 hours
- One (1) hour must be earned by taking and passing the jurisprudence examination. This CE must be completed within the first year of licensure and can only count towards CE credits within the first CE cycle
- One (1) hour of infection control is required every 3 years for license renewal.
- Two (2) hours of health equity is required every 3 years for license renewal.
- At least twenty five (25) hours relating to profession specific skills and competencies. With up to five (5) hours multicultural education aimed at removing barriers to access to care.
The International Hearing Society (IHS) is an association of hearing healthcare professionals worldwide. Founded in 1951, IHS takes a leadership role in advocating for open access to all qualified providers on behalf of the hearing impaired we serve.