IHS Licensing Board Conference 2024-2024 Licensing Board Conference (SLIDES)

2024 Licensing Board Conference (SLIDES)

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The 2024 Licensing Board Conference, held on December 5, features a comprehensive agenda aimed at advancing training, competency, and addressing various critical topics in the hearing healthcare sector. The conference is led by key figures such as Christine Seitz, Sierra Sharpe, and Peter Mihalick, who oversee governmental affairs, professional development, and health policy and advocacy, respectively.<br /><br />A significant highlight of the conference is the International Licensing Exam (ILE), which involves updates in score reporting, a new practical exam, and initiatives to pass at high rates, reflecting candidates' preparedness. The ILE has been adopted by 43 US states and 5 Canadian provinces, with enhancements in delivering results efficiently.<br /><br />Continuing education is another focal point, with the International Hearing Society (IHS) having approved over 780 courses this year, prompting discussions on special topics required by state laws and rules. Additionally, the conference addresses broader issues such as employment gaps, reciprocity, and the operation of mixed boards.<br /><br />State updates, presented by Christine Seitz, cover developments in Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, and West Virginia related to scope of practice and regulation changes. Peter Mihalick provides insights on federal updates concerning hearing aids, legislative reforms, and the implications of the 2024 federal elections on healthcare policy.<br /><br />The conference emphasizes collaboration and open discussions, with sessions allocated for employment gaps, reciprocity, and state trends. Attendees are encouraged to engage through an open forum and are invited to provide feedback via a conference survey. For further inquiries, attendees can contact conference organizers through provided email addresses for government affairs and education-related questions.

Keywords

Licensing Board Conference

hearing healthcare

International Licensing Exam

continuing education

state updates

federal updates

employment gaps

reciprocity

health policy

conference collaboration