Audiological Management

PCHN61230 Audiological Management 15 Full year Postgraduate Taught Level 7 Helen Chilton Unit coordinator Division of Psychology Communication and Human Neu 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 On completion of this unit successful students will be able to:<ul> <li>Accurately interpret the full range of audiometric information competently and synthesise the implications this has for learning including communication and speech perception</li> <li>Explain the anatomy and physiology of the ear and aetiology to a range of audiences (e.g. children, parents, other professionals) using appropriate register and terminology</li> <li>Describe the process, outcome and implications of audiological assessment</li> <li>Demonstrate effective practical audiological management skills for deaf children and students in a range of learning situations</li></ul>  <ul> <li>  Introduction to Audiological Management</li> <li>  Sound</li> <li>  Anatomy and Physiology</li> <li>  Room Acoustics</li> <li>  Subjective Tests of Hearing</li> <li>  Objective Tests of Hearing</li> <li>  Personal Hearing Aids</li> <li>  Radio Aid Systems</li> <li>  Cochlear Implants</li> <li>  Introduction to Speech Acoustics</li> <li>  Test of Speech Perception</li></ul> To promote rigorous and effective practice in the audiological management of deaf children and young people On completion of this unit successful students will be able to:<ul> <li>Accurately interpret the full range of audiometric information competently and synthesise the implications this has for learning including communication and speech perception</li> <li>Explain the anatomy and physiology of the ear and aetiology to a range of audiences (e.g. children, parents, other professionals) using appropriate register and terminology</li> <li>Describe the process, outcome and implications of audiological assessment</li></ul> <ul> <li>Written communication whilst on placement, to monitor assess and promote effective audiological management</li> <li>Oral communication, giving both formal and informal presentations</li> <li>Interpersonal skills, advocating for optimum practice whilst on placement</li> <li>Initiative, seeking help as necessary on campus and on placement</li> <li>Self-regulatory skills in taking opportunities to gain extra experience whilst balancing other demands of the course</li></ul> <ul> <li>  Lectures</li> <li>  Workshops</li> <li>  Seminars</li> <li>  E-learning resources</li> <li>  Tutorials</li> <li>  Practical experience from assessed teaching placement</li> <li>  Practical lab work.</li></ul> 0 Other 100% Oral examination -30%. The oral assessment enables learners to demonstrate skill in communicating about aspects of audiological management and effective listening conditions in order to advocate for deaf learners and young people. Learners will be given a choice of questions and will present a response.Case study exam-20%. The case study exam enables learners to advocate for deaf learners to mainstream teachers, taking an informed approach based on the audiometric profileAudiology Log Book - 50%.This covers the range of required practical skills and theoretical knowledge. There is an applied aspect based around audiological independence Written feedback PG Dip Deaf Ed PG Dip Deaf Ed (DL) PGDT Taught Component Mandatory PG Dip. Deaf Education PG Dip. Deaf Education PGDT Taught Component Mandatory PG Dip. Deaf Education Deaf Education (Int Pathway) PGDT Taught Component Mandatory PG Dip. Deaf Education PG Diploma Deaf Education PGDT Taught Component Mandatory MSc Deaf Education MSc Deaf Education 3 Yr OnCamp PGDT Taught Component Mandatory N All references and reading materials as well as links to other resources are on line and available through the electronic reading list 0 0 0 Note that as Audiological Management underpins all aspects of the course this unit runs throughout the programme. You will be provided with guidance on which aspects you need to look at during your first year of study particularly for placement.