IL SB2811

Changes terminology throughout the Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Act from "hearing-impaired" to "deaf or hard of hearing"

Increases educational requirements for hearing instrument dispensers from high school graduate to associate's degree holder, effective for applicants after January 1, 2003

Extends trainee license validity from 6 months to 12 months from date of issue

Modifies reciprocity provisions to allow National Board Certified hearing instrument specialists with 5 years of practice to obtain Illinois licenses, and renumbers licensing criteria from (i)-(iv) to (i)-(v)

Requires mail order and internet hearing instrument sellers to include disclaimer stating devices that don't meet the statutory definition are "personal amplifiers" not hearing aids, and to provide earmold impressions can be taken by licensed audiologists in addition to dispensers