Hearing Instrument Specialist
A hearing aid is a device designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with hearing loss. Hearing aids are classified as medical devices in most countries, and regulated by the respective regulations. Small audio amplifiers such as PSAPs or other plain sound reinforcing systems cannot be sold as "hearing aids".
Early devices, such as ear trumpets or ear horns, were passive amplification cones designed to gather sound energy and direct it into the ear canal. Modern devices are computerised electroacoustic systems that transform environmental sound to make it audible, according to audiometrical and cognitive rules. Modern devices also utilize sophisticated digital signal processing to try and improve speech intelligibility and comfort for the user. Such signal processing includes feedback management, wide dynamic range compression, directionality, frequency lowering, and noise reduction.
Modern hearing aids require configuration to match the hearing loss, physical features, and lifestyle of the wearer. This process is called "fitting" and is performed by audiologists. The amount of benefit a hearing aid delivers depends in large part on the quality of its fitting. Almost all hearing aids in use in the US are digital hearing aids. Devices similar to hearing aids include the osseointegrated auditory prosthesis (formerly called the bone-anchored hearing aid) and cochlear implant.
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Matching Hearing Instrument Specialist Colleges
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Ozarks Technical Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $5,040 average out-state tuition; $3,936 average in-state tuition |
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Spokane Falls Community College
Four or more years; Public; $3,877 average out-state tuition; $3,029 average in-state tuition |
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Bates Technical College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; $11,838 average out-state tuition; $5,071 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Hearing Instrument Specialist Majors
Edith Nourse Rogers STEM ScholarshipU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
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award Up to $30,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship is available to military veterans and their dependents who are pursuing studies in STEM fields. You must be a recipient of the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship to be eligible for this award, which acts as an extension to expiring benefits of those programs. View Scholarship Details |
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AMA Foundation Underrepresented in Medicine Physicians of Tomorrow ScholarshipAmerican Medical Association Foundation |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe AMA Foundation Underrepresented in Medicine Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship is available to medical students who are from historically underrepresented groups in the medical profession. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and demonstrate a dedication to serving vulnerable or underserved populations to be eligible for this... View Scholarship Details |
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AMA Foundation Physicians of Tomorrow ScholarshipAmerican Medical Association Foundation |
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award $10,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe AMA Foundation Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship is available to medical students in their final year of medical school. Selection for this award is based on academic achievement and/or financial need. Students pursuing a career in medical journalism may also apply. View Scholarship Details |
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St. David’s Scholar Program - Huston-Tillotson UniversityHuston-Tillotson University |
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award $7,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe St. David’s Scholar Program is available to incoming freshman students at Huston-Tillotson University who intend to pursue health careers. There are a limited amount of spots for rising sophomores to enter the program. This is a renewable award. View Scholarship Details |
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Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in HealthcareBinghamton University - State University of New York |
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award $5,250 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Partners in Healthcare is open to individuals who have attained a bachelor’s degree or will be completing a bachelor’s degree soon and those returning to seek an additional master’s degree. You must be actively employed in a healthcare field in order to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Binghamton University/SUNY AlumniBinghamton University - State University of New York |
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award $5,250 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Manhattan Graduate Scholars Program for Binghamton University/SUNY Alumni is open to individuals who have attained a bachelor’s degree or will be completing a bachelor’s degree soon and those returning to seek an additional master’s degree. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and be participating in Binghamton University’s one-year... View Scholarship Details |
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Mat-Su Health Foundation Vocational ScholarshipMat-Su Health Foundation |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Mat-Su Health Foundation Vocational Scholarship is available to students who have been a resident within the Mat-Su Borough of Alaska for a minimum of one year. To be considered for this award, you must be pursuing studies in health and human services at a vocational/technical school and be a U.S. citizen/permanent resident. View Scholarship Details |
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WGU Sentara ScholarshipWestern Governors University |
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award Up to $4,000 |
deadline June 30, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe WGU Sentara Scholarship is available to students at Western Governors University who are pursuing a degree from the Leavitt School of Health. You must be a resident of Virginia to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Military Spouse Scholarship - Western Governors University - June, 2025Western Governors University |
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award Up to $4,000 |
deadline June 30, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Military Spouse Scholarship is available to spouses of military service personnel. You must plan to study business, healthcare, K–12 education, or information technology to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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WGU Health and Human Services ScholarshipWestern Governors University |
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award Up to $3,000 |
deadline June 30, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe WGU Health and Human Services Scholarship is available to undergraduate students at Western Governors University who are pursuing a degree in health and human services. View Scholarship Details |
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