The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted amendments to existing rules at 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 112, Subchapter B, §112.12 and §112.13; Subchapter D, §112.32; and Subchapter H, §112.70, regarding the Hearing Instrument Fitters and Dispensers program. The adopted rules implement Senate Bill (SB) 904 and SB 2075, 89th Legislature, Regular Session… Read More about Commission Adopts Rules
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The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) proposed rule (Texas Administrative Code, Title 25, Chapter 37) relating to Vision, Hearing, and Spinal Screenings is open for comments now through November 10th. These proposed changes include updates to audiometer requirements and the addition of an optional hearing screening method. Your valuable input helps shape policies that… Read More about Texas DSHS: Vision, Hearing & Spinal Rules Open for Comment
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On April 9, 2025, the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted new Hearing Instrument Fitters and Dispenser rules that go into effect May 15, 2025. The following changes were made to the program: New definitions were created for online, in-person, and virtual courses. The department will no longer approve Continuing Education Courses (CE). A… Read More about New Continuing Education Rules Adopted for Hearing Instrument Fitters and Dispenser Program
Big changes are coming on 1/2/25 for our Health Professions-related licensees when it comes to reporting continuing education (CE) requirements: TDLR will no longer confirm your CE credits BEFORE you renew your license. Instead, you could be selected for a random audit of your hours once you’ve renewed, so be sure to keep your records… Read More about Keep Your CE Records Current โ You Could Be Selected For A Random Audit
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