Board of Speech, Audiology and Hearing - Licensing - Hearing Aid Dealer, Dealer Trainee

 

Hearing Aid Dealer & Fitter

"Hearing Aid Dealer & Fitter" means an individual licensed under this chapter who engages in the practice of dealing in and fitting of hearing aids.

How to apply

Fees

  • License Fee of $50.00
  • Criminal History Record Check Fee of $21.00

Please make your checks payable to: "Maine State Treasurer".

Term

  • Annual (Fixed renewal date of February 28th every year)

Requirements

All applicants must have:

  • A completed application with supporting documents(please see application guideline)

Renewal fees and information

Fees

  • Annual Renewal Fee of $50.00

Renew Now

  • Fill out the online renewal application and submit.

    The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal before your license is renewed. Online submission of your renewal application should not be construed as automatic renewal of your license.

Requirements

  • A late fee of $50 is assessed for licenses renewed after the January 31 license expiration date.
  • A person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants and is required to reapply with an original license application, documentation and fees.
  • Renewal applications are mailed approximately 60 days prior to the license expiration date.
  • CONTINUING EDUCATION - Please see chapter 8 of the board's rules (PDF)

 

Dealer Trainee

A trainee permit is required before applying for full licensure as a Hearing Aid Dealer and Fitter unless the applicant is either a Maine Licensed Audiologist or qualifies for licensure by reciprocity. The following must be submitted with a trainee permit application:

How to apply

Fees

  • License Fee of $50.00
  • Criminal History Record Check Fee of $21.00

Please make your checks payable to: "Maine State Treasurer".

Term

  • Not fewer than 6 months and no more than 12 months

Requirements

All applicants must have:

  • A completed application with supporting documents(please see application guideline)

Renewal fees and information

  • Cannot renew: must seek board approval.