FAQ's

FAQ'S

Is there a list for approved Hearing Protection Devices? (+)

No, there is no list for approved Hearing Protection Devices. Speak to your regional audiologist.

Where is the schedule for Re-Certification Courses located? (+)

The Navy does not hold Re-Certification Classes; all Re-Certs have to attend the 5 day course http://www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcphc/occupational-and-environmental-medicine/oahcd/Pages/hearing-conservation-technician-courses.aspx

Is the 2008 Tech manual the latest version out there? (+)

The 2008 Tech manual is still in use.

When are the course numbers send out? (+)

Course numbers are sent out at the end of every month for the following month.

What do I do when my audiometer needs to be calibrated? (+)

Send your audiometers to the address below:

Commanding Officer
Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center
Attn: Calibration Laboratory
620 John Paul Jones Circle, Bldg. 3 Suite 1100
Portsmouth, VA 23708-2103

What do I do if my audiometer is not working properly? (+)

Check all connections and make sure power is turned on to the audiometer. You can also call us at 757-953-0761/0772/0776 and we can walk you through some additional steps. If you are still having problems fill out the Benson Warranty form. If your audiometer is under warranty Benson will send you a replacement.
http://www.bensonmedical.com/military/warranty.html

Where do I find the Booth Certification form? (+)

http://www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcphc/Documents/oem/Booth-Cert-Fillable-Form.pdf

Who do I contact if I can’t find something on the website? (+)

Email us at usn.hampton-roads.navmcpubhlthcenpors.list.nmcphc-hcp@mail.mil or call us at 757-953-0761/0772/0776.

How do I become an Audio Technician? (+)

In order to become a certified Auto Tech you have to complete the 5 day Audio Technician course. You MUST attend all five days (Navy course) and pass the written, oral and practical exams

I will be holding an Audio Technician Course, what do I need to do? (+)

Send us an email: usn.hampton-roads.navmcpubhlthcenpors.list.nmcphc-hcp@mail.mil.or call us at 757-953-0761/0772/0776 with the dates you will be holding the course, the location, name of course director and if the course is CAOHC certified. Also let us know if this is your first time holding a course.

What do I need to do to have my course CAOHC certified? (+)

The link below will take you to the CAOHC website. https://ssl17.pair.com/caohc/forms/requestforapproval.php If you have any questions on how to fill the form out email us usn.hampton-roads.navmcpubhlthcenpors.list.nmcphc-hcp@mail.mil or call us at 757-953-0761/0772/0776.

How do I become a Course Director? (+)

Click on the link belowhttp://www.caohc.org/course-directors/how-to-become-certified-as-a-course-director

I am a new Audiologist how do I get a certification number for DOEHRS access? (+)

Email us at usn.hampton-roads.navmcpubhlthcenpors.list.nmcphc-hcp@mail.mil or call us at 757-953-0761/0772/0776.

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