(1) The written and practical examination will be provided by the International Hearing Society (IHS). The board may, in its discretion, approve and adopt another equivalent examination for hearing aid dispensers.

(2) A trainee applicant must achieve a passing score on the written examination as set by the IHS. An applicant who fails may retake the examination by paying the exam fees referenced in ARM 24.150.401.

(3) A trainee applicant must complete a practical examination administered by the board. An applicant must achieve a passing score on each section of the practical examination as set by the IHS. An applicant who fails any section only has to retake the section(s) failed, but must pay the full reexamination fee.

(4) All applicants, original or licensed in other states, shall be required to pass a jurisprudence examination on Montana laws and rules, administered by the board. The passing score on the jurisprudence examination is 75 percent. In the event of failure, the applicant may retake the examination by paying the exam fees referenced in ARM 24.150.401.