Scrivens supports students studying for a Level 5 Apprenticeship in Audiology Successful completion of the apprenticeship includes registration with the Health & Care Professions Council as a Hearing Aid Dispenser. WHAT IS A HEARING AID DISPENSER? A registered Hearing Aid Dispenser provides hearing care services to NHS and private customers, including: Conducting a case history Examining the health of the ears Completing an audiometric assessment Explaining hearing test results and offering appropriate advice Demonstrating and advising customers on a hearing system that will meet their individual requirements Programming, fitting and fine tuning hearing systems Providing ongoing hearing aftercare WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF APPRENTICESHIP STUDY? Earn while you learn Study towards and obtain a Foundation Degree Qualify in 15-18 months Provides a route to a career as a healthcare professional Opportunity to study and continue living at home Opportunities to work with both private and NHS customers ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GCSE English Language, Maths and a Science subject (grade C or above) Applicants will also need to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and have a driving license THE SCRIVENS BUSINESS We are a nationally based opticians and hearing care business. With a Head Office in Birmingham, we support 168 retail branches across England, Scotland and Wales. Scrivens is an expanding family owned business, which has maintained a presence in the city since 1938. Necessary travel and accommodation for foundation degree course completion will be paid for by Scrivens Hearing Care Great benefits once you qualify - attractive basic salary with a bonus structure and car allowance / company car