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Hearing Aid Acoustician Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Hörakustiker/in

Hearing Aid Acoustician is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in the skilled crafts sector. In this training, you will learn to advise people with hearing problems, fit and maintain hearing aids, and manufacture ear molds. It is a technically demanding and customer-oriented profession.

What you do

  • Comprehensive consultation with customers on hearing systems and accessories
  • Conducting hearing tests and analyzing hearing ability
  • Fitting, adjusting, and maintaining hearing aids
  • Manufacturing individual ear molds (otoplastics) and hearing protection
  • Repairing defective hearing aids and diagnosing faults
  • Documenting customer data and work steps
  • Explaining the correct handling and care of hearing systems

Requirements

  • At least an intermediate school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss)
  • Good hearing and excellent manual dexterity
  • Technical understanding and interest in electronics
  • Empathy and strong communication skills for customer interaction
  • Diligent and precise working style
  • Customer orientation and service readiness
  • Good German language skills (B2 level)

Career prospects

  1. 1Master craftsman examination to become a Master Hearing Aid Acoustician
  2. 2Specialization in specific areas (e.g., pediatric audiology, tinnitus counseling)
  3. 3Self-employment with your own hearing aid specialist shop
  4. 4Further training to become a business administrator in the crafts sector
  5. 5University studies in related fields (e.g., Hearing Technology and Audiology, with university entrance qualification)

Companies offering this Ausbildung

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Hearing Aid Acoustician Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Hearing Aid Acoustician Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Hearing Aid Acoustician Ausbildung?

At least an intermediate school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss); Good hearing and excellent manual dexterity; Technical understanding and interest in electronics; Empathy and strong communication skills for customer interaction.

Where can I find open Hearing Aid Acoustician Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 119 open positions at 42 companies, for example at Apollo-Optik Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Amplifon, and Hörakustik Schmitz.

How to apply as a Hearing Aid Acoustician

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.