Program Overview

Higher Apprenticeship Undergraduate: FdSc Hearing Aid Audiology Hearing Aid Dispenser

Introduction

Develop the skills and knowledge you need to become an effective Hearing Aid Audiologist with our Hearing Aid Dispenser Higher Apprenticeship. Study for a foundation degree in Hearing Aid Audiology while you work, with no tuition fees.

Course Highlights

• Accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council
• Earn while you learn, seeing patients and clients at work to complement your learning at university
• Get support from academic lecturers with experience working across different clinical specialities and sectors
• Learn in specialist audiology clinical teaching labs, with online resources to supplement your work-based learning

Key Facts

• AWARD: FdSc Hearing Aid Audiology
• LEVEL: Undergraduate
• STUDY OPTIONS: 2 years + up to 2 months for EPA
• START DATES: September
• LOCATION: Blended learning
• Accreditation: Approved by HCPC
• FEES: Degree apprenticeships are fully funded by your employer and the Government

Delivery and Assessment

• 2 years + 1 month (part-time)
• An apprenticeship is a job with training, combining practical experience with academic learning.
• At least 20% of your contracted working hours will be classed as 'off-the-job'. This time will be dedicated to developing the knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship, and therefore is not part of your usual work duties.
• The off-the-job learning will be delivered through online university-led learning sessions and activities, residentials, and practical learning experiences in your usual work setting.
• The off-the-job learning for our Hearing Aid Dispenser Higher Apprenticeship is delivered online with residentials on our Cambridge campus.

Assessment

• You will be assessed at the end of each module you undertake (on-programme assessments) which will contribute towards the final award of your qualification.
• You will also undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete your apprenticeship.
• The EPA for this apprenticeship is independently assessed and takes place when all on-programme assessments have been successfully passed.

Modules

Core Modules

• Pathology for Audiology (15 credits)
• Learning and Skills Development for HE and Work (Audiology) (15 credits)
• Basic Sciences for Audiology (30 credits)
• Hearing Aid Technology 1 (15 credits)
• Audiological Assessment 1 (15 credits)
• Understanding the Work Sector (Audiology) (15 credits)
• Work-based Learning (Audiology) (15 credits)
• Clinical Audiology Practice 1 (0 credits)
• Auditory Rehabilitation (15 credits)
• Hearing Aid Technology 2 (30 credits)
• Specialised Professional Practice (30 credits)
• Audiological Assessment 2 (15 credits)
• Clinical Audiology Practice 2 (0 credits)
• Work-based Learning 2 - Communication Skills in the Work Sector (15 credits)

Accreditation

• Approved by HCPC
• Our Hearing Aid Audiology FdSc degree course is accredited by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) so when you graduate, you’ll be able to register and get to work as a hearing aid dispenser. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will also receive the Health and Care Professions Council Level 5 award.

What Our Apprentices Say

• Thomas: “The apprenticeship is an opportunity to fast-track my career. I have gained a lot of practical skills and theoretical knowledge.”
• Sigita: “The apprenticeship has allowed me to spend more time with my patients and to support them through their journey, whilst expanding my own knowledge and experiences.”

Careers

• With our qualification you will be able to work independently as a Hearing Aid Dispenser registered with the Health & Care Professions Council, and take your career to a new level. Other job titles may include Audiologist, Hearing Aid Audiologist and Hearing Specialist. When you graduate you can go straight into work or continue your studies to achieve a Hearing Sciences (Top-up) BSc Hons degree.

Entry Requirements

• Employment in a suitable role on a permanent contract exceeding 25 hours per week
• Employer support to undertake this course, with a confirmed, assigned HCPC (or equivalent body) registered supervisor/mentor
• Confirmed eligibility to be funded as an apprentice as set out within the ESFA’s Funding Rules
• A completed Skills Scan and Initial Assessment discussion, post interview
• Evidence of Level 2 qualifications in 3 subjects including Maths and English e.g. GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, Functional Skills, or ESFA-approved equivalents*
• Evidence of at least 32 UCAS Tariff points at Level 3 e.g. A Levels, BTEC (or equivalent)**

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*If you do not have the appropriate Level 2 Maths and English, you must ensure you complete these prior to the start of the course. For further details about which qualifications meet Level 2 requirements check the gov.uk website.

**We will also consider applicants with non-standard qualifications provided you have a significant amount of relevant experience, are well-supported by your employer, and demonstrate the ability to manage university-level study. This is with the exception of ESFA approved Level 2 Maths and English qualifications which are mandatory.

Teaching at ARU

• Degree apprenticeships are delivered via a blend of face-to-face campus teaching, work-based learning and online teaching supported by our established online learning systems to provide additional support for individual study and engagement. The mix of this blended approach varies between apprenticeships.

How to Apply

• To apply for an apprenticeship, you need to have the support of your employer. If you already have the support of your employer or have any questions before talking to them, please do not hesitate to contact one of our apprenticeship experts who will be happy to help.

Current Vacancies

• To be eligible to apply for one of our degree apprenticeships, you'll first need to be in a full-time position with one of our partner employers. Follow the links below to view our current vacancies and sign up to receive email alerts when new vacancies become available.