Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee Title 0760 - Hearing Instruments Specialists
It appears that the "Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee, Title 0760 - Hearing Instruments Specialists" have been largely repealed and moved. The current regulations governing Hearing Instrument Specialists in Tennessee are now primarily found under Title 1370, Chapter 02 - General Rules Governing Hearing Instrument Specialists, which falls under the Board of Communication Disorders and Sciences.
Here's a breakdown of what that means and where you can find the relevant information:
Key Points:
Title 0760 is outdated: Websites like Justia, LII, and Casetext confirm that Chapter 0760-01 has been "Repealed and moved to 1370-02," and Chapters 0760-2 through 0760-13 are also repealed.
Current Regulations: Title 1370, Chapter 02: The current rules and regulations are housed under the Tennessee Board of Communication Disorders and Sciences, specifically in Chapter 1370-02.
Governing Body: The "Council for Licensing Hearing Instrument Specialists" operates under the Tennessee Department of Health's Division of Health Related Boards.
Where to Find the Official Rules and Regulations:
Tennessee Department of Health - Hearing Instrument Specialists: This is the most authoritative source.
Visit the Tennessee Department of Health's "Hearing Instruments Specialists" page: https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/health-professional-boards/his-board.html
Look for a section on "Statutes And Rules" or similar. This often links directly to the official administrative rules.
Tennessee Secretary of State - Division of Publications: The Secretary of State's office maintains an official compilation of Tennessee's administrative rules.
You can often find them by searching for "Tennessee Administrative Rules" and then navigating to Title 1370, Chapter 02. Here's a direct link to the 0760 entry, which often redirects or clarifies the move to 1370: https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0760/0760.htm (Note: This page explicitly states "Repealed (Transferred to 1370-02)").
You'll likely find the actual rules under this link: https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/1370/1370-02.pdf (This PDF is titled "General Rules Governing Hearing Instrument Specialists").
Legal Information Institutes (LII, Justia, Casetext): While these sites are not the official state source, they often compile and present the regulations in an easily searchable format.
Cornell Law School's Legal Information Institute (LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/tennessee/title-1370/chapter-1370-02
What you will typically find in Title 1370, Chapter 02:
These regulations generally cover:
Definitions: Key terms related to hearing instrument specialists.
Scope of Practice: What services a licensed hearing instrument specialist is authorized to provide.
Necessity of Licensure: Requirements for who must be licensed.
Preliminary Qualifications for Licensure: Age, education, and other prerequisites.
Procedures for Licensure: Application process, fees, and review.
Examinations: Details on required written and practical exams.
Renewal of License: Procedures and requirements for maintaining a license.
Supervision: Rules for apprentices and supervised practice.
Continuing Education: Mandatory hours and approved topics for license renewal.
Unethical Conduct: Actions that can lead to disciplinary measures.
Apprenticeship Training Program: Requirements for individuals seeking licensure through an apprenticeship.
Disciplinary Actions: Procedures for addressing violations and penalties.
Advertising: Regulations concerning how hearing instrument specialists can advertise their services.
Records, Services, and Tests: Requirements for maintaining client records and performing tests.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official Tennessee Department of Health or Tennessee Secretary of State websites.
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