An<unk>  (Australia) has different qualifications than an audiologist. In Australia, an<unk>  usually has a TAFE qualification and needs to be accredited with a professional body to provide services to eligible pensioners and war veterans via the Office of Hearing Services program. An<unk>  usually performs hearing tests and prescribes hearing aids, as well as other hearing aid related tasks.  The majority of<unk> s also provide extensive rehabilitation services for hearing aid users. In country areas it is quite common for<unk> s to provide diagnostic services as well.<unk> s have a long history of hearing care in Australia. They were the first to introduce hearing aids to Australia.  To become an<unk>  you must complete an Certificate of Audiometry, and then have 2 years supervision prior to gaining a provider number. Provider numbers are provided by the Office of Hearing Services, a Commonwealth Government department. The vast majority of<unk> s in Australia are members of the Australian College of Audiology (ACAud). ACAud provides continuing education opportunities for its members, both<unk>  and Audiologist. It also provides for registration of new entrants into the OHS scheme. ACAud is leading the way in Australia in regard to developing a continuing education pathway for<unk> s.
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