College Diploma – Hearing Instrument Specialist (1176)

The Hearing Instrument Specialist two-year Ontario College Diploma program prepares students to assist individuals experiencing hearing loss. Guided by experienced faculty, the curriculum combines theoretical courses with immersive simulated learning and hands-on clinical training. Students develop essential skills in professional communication, business development, and patient care, complemented by a 14-week field placement to build real-world experience and industry networks. Graduates are job-ready for roles in clinical practice, or positions in sales, management, customer service, marketing, and training with hearing instrument manufacturers.

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.5

• TOEFL: 93.0

• PTE: 58.0

• Duolingo: 120

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.