Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ACOA-0008
Organization's ID:
401
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
42 hours (three 2-day sessions)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Audiology
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to demonstrate a working knowledge of auditory assessment, auditory diagnosis, principles of pure tone and speech audiometry, hearing aid assessment and effective communication techniques for people with hearing loss.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Recognize the effects of hearing loss on communication abilities
  • Have a working knowledge of the relationship between hearing loss, speech and language development
  • Perform routine audiometric examinations and interpret results
  • Perform hearing aid evaluations
  • Have an understanding of effective communication strategies to use with hard of hearing and deaf individuals
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials