The purpose of the Association is to promote the welfare of the hearing impaired insofar as hearing is concerned.  To accomplish this we shall become a unified group for all those engaged in the practice of testing human hearing and selecting, fitting, counseling and dispensing hearing instruments.  While continually seeking to improve our methods and effectiveness, we will promote continuing education within the hearing health profession in addition to education for the public as to the benefits of the use of amplification.  The Association shall also sponsor and promote among its members a code of ethical practices.