24 Del. Admin. Code § 3700-5.0
Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024
Section 3700-5.0 - Requirements for Audiology Aides5.1 Certification 5.1.1 Certification of the Audiology Aide must be by the Council of Accreditation of Occupational Hearing Conservationists, or its equivalent, with documentation. The supervising Delaware-licensed audiologist must annually register each Audiology Aide using a form approved by the Board.5.2 Direct Supervision 5.2.1 An Audiology Aide assists a licensed audiologist in professional activities with direct supervision by the audiologist. Direct supervision requires the presence of the supervising audiologist on the premises when the aide is performing professional activities.5.3 Duties of the Audiology Aide 5.3.1 Duties of the Audiology Aide must be specified by the supervising audiologist and may include the following: 5.3.1.1 Air conduction pure tone assessment and data recording.5.3.1.2 Hearing screenings.5.3.1.3 Assisting with conditioning techniques.5.3.1.4 Cursory otoscopy.5.3.1.5 Basic hearing aid maintenance.5.3.1.6 Routine instrument sterilization.5.3.1.7 Biologic and electroacoustic assessment of the audiometer.5.3.1.8 Clerical support.5.3.1.9 Participation with the professional in research projects, in service training, or similar endeavors.5.3.1.10 Other duties as may be appropriately determined with training from and direct supervision of the Delaware licensed audiologist.24 Del. Admin. Code § 3700-5.0