Hearing Aid Dispenser Review

by Specsavers

Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Testing hearing and dispensing hearing aids to adults with a range of hearing losses. Wax removal using micro suction. Fitting hearing aids and providing aftercare to hearing aid wearers.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Too many new skills to list but able to dispense hearing aids and remove wax from customers ears using micro suction.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Very much enjoyed the whole experience.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well organised

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Regular sessions with a supervisor guiding me through the skills I needed.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Regular contact with course manager and personal tutor as and when needed.

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Without it I would not be able to do my job.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • Some activities and social events and annual product roadshows.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Specsavers to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • They supported me through my course and believed in my ability to complete the course. I would not have been able to complete the course without their support.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Specsavers?

    • If you are willing to work hard you can achieve and develop many skills and qualifications.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Medicine, Science

Exeter

April 2025

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