O*NET-SOC 29-2092.00
Hearing Aid Specialists
Select and fit hearing aids for customers. Administer and interpret tests of hearing. Assess hearing instrument efficacy. Take ear impressions and prepare, design, and modify ear molds.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Train clients to use hearing aids or other augmentative communication devices.Core17441
- Counsel patients and families on communication strategies and the effects of hearing loss.Core21189
- Select and administer tests to evaluate hearing or related disabilities.Core17439
- Administer basic hearing tests including air conduction, bone conduction, or speech audiometry tests.Core17440
- Maintain or repair hearing aids or other communication devices.Core17443
- Perform basic screening procedures, such as pure tone screening, otoacoustic screening, immittance screening, and screening of ear canal status using otoscope.Core17446
- Create or modify impressions for earmolds and hearing aid shells.Core17442
- Assist audiologists in performing aural procedures, such as real ear measurements, speech audiometry, auditory brainstem responses, electronystagmography, and cochlear implant mapping.Supplemental17447
- Diagnose and treat hearing or related disabilities under the direction of an audiologist.Supplemental17445
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in audiology.Core17448
- Demonstrate assistive listening devices (ALDs) to clients.Core17444
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 7 examples in 6 categories, 5 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Medical software
- HIMSA Noah
- Otometrics OTOsuite
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Test patient hearing.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Diagnose medical conditions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Maintain medical or professional knowledge.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Handling and Moving Objects
Fabricate medical devices.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Repair medical facility equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assisting and Caring for Others
Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Treat chronic diseases or disorders.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Training and Teaching Others
Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Counsel family members of clients or patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.