Dare to Learn! The EAR is so AMAZING!

Master the Concepts and Get Certified that you are EarAware!

Requirements for EarAware certification for Patrons and General Public. (Free!)

Download a Decibel Meter app so you can measure the sound around you. Remember, under 85 dB keeps your ears alive!

Watch the teaching videos and Read the material and get smart in less than an hour.

Understand the simple concepts of:

• How the ear works. (Anatomy and Physiology) and the concept of decibels

• What can go wrong with the ear: Hearing loss, Tinnitus, Hyperacousis and hidden hearing loss.

• How to protect your ears and other people’s ears. Own a pair of ear protection/plugs

Take the quiz. (And pass… Unlimited tries.) CONGRATS! You are now EarAware!!

Requirements for EarAware certification for Hearing Professionals, Musicians / Performers, Sound Engineers, Venue Staff

The educational material for PROFESSIONALS is more in-depth, and may allow for CME, or course credit

Currently, the Certification process is handled through a non-profit organization called HELA. Healthy Ears, Less Annoyance — Championing Safe Listening at Music Events

Here is a link to their site. https://www.helainitiative.com/

There is a nominal fee associated with HELA to pay for administrative costs. Once you obtain a HELA certification, you are also considered EarAware PRO certified.