18 Va. Admin. Code § 80-20-10
The following words and terms when used in this chapter shall have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Audiologist" means any person who engages in the practice of audiology as defined by § 54.1-2600 of the Code of Virginia.
"Board" means Board for Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians.
"Department" means Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.
"Hearing aid specialist" means a person who engages in the practice of fitting or dealing in hearing aids or who advertises or displays a sign or represents himself as a person who practices the fitting or dealing in hearing aids.
"Licensed sponsor" means a licensed hearing aid specialist who is responsible for training one or more individuals holding a temporary permit.
"Licensee" means any person holding a valid license issued by the Board for Hearing Aid Specialists and Opticians for the practice of fitting or dealing in hearing aids, as defined in § 54.1-1500 of the Code of Virginia.
"Otolaryngologist" means a licensed physician specializing in ear, nose, and throat disorders.
"Reciprocity" means an agreement between two or more states to recognize and accept one another's regulations and laws.
"Reinstatement" means having a license restored to effectiveness after the expiration date has passed.
"Renewal" means continuing the effectiveness of a license for another period of time.
"Temporary permit holder" means any person who holds a valid temporary permit under this chapter.
18 Va. Admin. Code § 80-20-10
Statutory Authority: § 54.1-201 of the Code of Virginia.