Trainee Hearing Aid Dispenser Review
at Specsavers
Degree Apprenticeship
Southampton
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.3 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As a Trainee Hearing Aid Dispenser I work with people struggling with hearing loss. I am conducting hearing tests, hearing aids fittings and micro-suction under indirect supervision.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Although quite intense and compressed at times, this program allows me to rapidly gain new skills and direct apply them in real world
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have gain greater confidence in my practice, learned how to conduct hearing assessment and hearing aid fitting. I have learned about hearing loss and patient centred care
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Program is very well outlined and scheduled allowing me to adjust my work commitments and personal life accordingly in advance.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My employer is very hands on, attentive and creating space for my growth. I feel looked after.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I am receiving substantial amount of support from Aston - the lecturing team encourages questions, makes themselves accessible via e-mail or scheduled 1-on-1.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualifications are pushing me to become a better clinician by increasing my knowledge, skills and overall professional attitude.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
We do have frequent trainings with hearing aid manufacturers within my department. Overall Specsavers has a good track record of organising staff nights out, football matches or go-carting events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Specsavers to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Professional growth opportunities, job stability and incentives.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Specsavers?
Have a good, clear and to the point CV outlining your pro-active attitudes and willingness to grow. It is easy to teach you new skills if your priorities are in the right place from the start.
