Top 5 benefits of obtaining your CAOHC certification
Dr. Wartinger and Earmark Hearing Conservation has trained over 2000 professionals (that’s over 4000 ears!) to obtain their CAOHC certification, and we routinely receive feedback from attendees along the lines of:
“All instructors were easy to follow and very informative. It was evident that they truly enjoy teaching this course and want to help each person understand the importance of protecting hearing and preventing hearing loss. This class was enjoyable while educational and I will definitely want to return for my recertification.”
Still, the question comes up from prospective students and employers who are considering CAOHC certification: Why is the CAOHC certification valuable? Let’s address the question directly and in the words of a recent student:
“By earning your CAOHC certification, you become an essential component in the occupational hearing conservation team. I’m now looked to for program guidance - from the safety team to management.”
Here are the top five reasons to get certified:
Professional credibility and recognition
It signals competence and professionalism to employers, safety officers, and the workers you serve.
Certification adds authority and professionalism to your role in occupational health.
Expanded career opportunities
Many occupational health, industrial hygiene, and hearing testing positions require or prefer clinicians with CAOHC certification.
Certification can set you apart from other applicants in highly competitive industries such as aviation, transportation, and the military.
Compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations
CAOHC-certified Occupational Hearing Conservationists (OHCs) are trained to perform legally defensible audiometric testing, documentation, and follow-up.
Employers with noise-exposed workers must comply with federal hearing conservation standards.
Improved patient care and safety
Training covers proper audiometric testing techniques, equipment use, and worker education.
Certified OHCs help prevent noise-induced hearing loss, ensuring better long-term outcomes for workers.
Continuing education and professional growth
Earmark offers all attendees 20 hours of Continuing Education upon completion of the initial certification course.
Recertification (every 5 years) keeps your knowledge up to date.
Certification ensures you’re aligned with the latest technology, regulations, and best practices.
In short: CAOHC certification gives you compliance, credibility, career opportunities, and the skills to protect workers’ hearing health.
To register for a virtual or hybrid CAOHC course through Earmark Hearing Conservation, follow this link: https://earmarkhc.corsizio.com/
We look forward to seeing you in the course!
Best,
Frank Wartinger, Au.D.
Audiologist / CAOHC Course Director / Owner
Earmark Hearing Conservation