1. practise in a manner that promotes well-being and protects the safety of all parties
Professional Practice Management MGMT H2045
2. Recognise the importance of personal care, staff and customer care in the work place 5. Recognize the importance of patient centred practice
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
7. Recognise how clinical assessment and treatment strategies may have to be adjusted for patients with learning disabilities, depression and dementia
Preparation for Clinical Practice MEDL07006 1. Outline the principles of patient confidentiality
3. Evaluate clinical procedures including infection, prevention and control Placement MEDL 08008
1. Practice in an effective, rational and organised manner, both independently and as part of a team, in a supervised work-‐type environment.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist
2. demonstrate the ability to apply theory to practice and modify practice contingently according to the information gathered and changing needs
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
2. Perform full assessment appointments in the weekly in-‐house AIT practice clinics under direct supervision;
history taking (audio-‐vestibular, medical, social, work), routine audiological assessment techniques to a standard of competency, interpret results from the techniques employed and discuss the implications to the subjects and refer if required
3. Evaluate a range of techniques used for assessment of tinnitus dysfunction Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
3. Clinically assess patient groups including consideration of audiological, physical and psychosocial aspects.
4. Combine relevant information obtained about each individual patient and with reference to the evidence base, recognise and select appropriate techniques for successful assessment, management planning, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
5. Perform a detailed and appropriate history; assess impairment, disability and handicap using appropriate measures.
6. Plan a customised rehabilitation programme including appropriate consideration of earmould type and modification, hearing aid type, prescription fitting rules and real ear measurement techniques in order to fit hearing aids, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
7. Recognise how clinical assessment and treatment strategies may have to be adjusted for patients with learning disabilities, depression and dementia
Preparation for Clinical Practice MEDL07006
3. Evaluate clinical procedures including infection, prevention and control
4. Display an effectively working knowledge of appropriate note taking and patient data systems Placement MEDL 08008
1. Practice in an effective, rational and organised manner, both independently and as part of a team, in a supervised work-‐type environment.
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist 6. Assist in paediatric assessment and rehabilitation appointments
7. Assist in vestibular assessment and rehabilitation appointments
Rehabilitation and Management of Tinnitus and Balance Disorders MEDL 08005 1. Apply various skills in the management of patients with tinnitus and/or dizziness.
3. Assess different sources of information with reference to patient assessment and management options.
4. Assess and manage specific patient groups using knowledge and understanding of counselling skills, communication skills, tinnitus management techniques and vestibular rehabilitation.
3. apply the evidence base derived from current research to clinical practice
Audiology Research Methods RES H2005
1. Evaluate research literature in relation to published work and existing theories, to identify and justify a research question to be answered
2. Evaluate alternative research strategies and select appropriately within constraints of resources available.
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
3. Clinically assess patient groups including consideration of audiological, physical and psychosocial aspects.
4. Combine relevant information obtained about each individual patient and with reference to the evidence base, recognise and select appropriate techniques for successful assessment, management planning, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
Paediatric Habilitation MEDL07004
1. Discuss the background issues affecting paediatric audiology
2. Review and evaluate research concerning assessment and management of hearing loss in children Placement MEDL 08008
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist 8. Plan and conduct a mini-‐research project
Integrated Capstone Project (Research) MEDL 08001 1. Complete a focused critical literature review 3. Define and evaluate a research problem 4. Design, conduct and analyse experiments 5. Relate research to best discipline practice
Rehabilitation and Management of Tinnitus and Balance Disorders MEDL 08005
5. Accumulate and consolidate data from research literature relevant to all aspects of tinnitus and balance
4. perform assessments rigorously and document results accurately in a format suitable for intended recipients
Anatomy and Physiology for Audiologists ANAT H2006
2. Perform otoscopic examination, describe normal findings, and identify abnormalities.
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
2. Perform full assessment appointments in the weekly in-‐house AIT practice clinics under direct supervision;
history taking (audio-‐vestibular, medical, social, work), routine audiological assessment techniques to a standard of competency, interpret results from the techniques employed and discuss the implications to the subjECTS and refer if required
Pathophysiology of Hearing and Balance PSIO H2006
4. Apply knowledge of different treatment approaches to appropriate case scenarios.
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
3. Clinically assess patient groups including consideration of audiological, physical and psychosocial aspects.
4. Combine relevant information obtained about each individual patient and with reference to the evidence base, recognise and select appropriate techniques for successful assessment, management planning, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
5. Perform a detailed and appropriate history; assess impairment, disability and handicap using appropriate measures.
6. Plan a customised rehabilitation programme including appropriate consideration of earmould type and modification, hearing aid type, prescription fitting rules and real ear measurement techniques in order to fit hearing aids, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
Placement MEDL 08008
1. Practice in an effective, rational and organised manner, both independently and as part of a team, in a supervised work-‐type environment.
3. Perform effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist
6. Perform routine procedures during adult rehabilitation appointments: direct referral, reassessments, hearing aid fittings, follow-‐ups and repair appointment under supervision; this will lead to completion of a portfolio (electronic logbook) demonstrating practical fitness to practise
5. demonstrate an awareness of the full range of hearing aids and other assistive devices, including suitability for individual patients/clients
Hearing Aid Technology AUDG H2002
1. Perform an accurate aural impression & select an appropriate earmould with appropriate modifications.
2. Select an appropriate HSE hearing aid for a patient on the basis of audiometric and other relevant information.
3. Describe the most common prescription methods used.
4. Integrate IT in audiological diagnosis and management; Measure and evaluate technical performance, and other functional aspects both in a coupler and real ear
5. Provide relevant explanation, information and counselling to a new hearing aid user
6. Outline the underlying components of a hearing aid and the range of technologies available commercially 7. Describe the different assistive listening devices that can benefit hearing-‐impaired people
8. Apply and interpret outcome measures with hearing aids
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
3. Clinically assess patient groups including consideration of audiological, physical and psychosocial aspects.
4. Combine relevant information obtained about each individual patient and with reference to the evidence base, recognise and select appropriate techniques for successful assessment, management planning, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
5. Perform a detailed and appropriate history; assess impairment, disability and handicap using appropriate measures.
6. Plan a customised rehabilitation programme including appropriate consideration of earmould type and modification, hearing aid type, prescription fitting rules and real ear measurement techniques in order to fit hearing aids, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
Placement MEDL 08008
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist
6. Perform routine procedures during adult rehabilitation appointments: direct referral, reassessments, hearing aid fittings, follow-‐ups and repair appointment under supervision; this will lead to completion of a portfolio (electronic logbook) demonstrating practical fitness to practise
6. demonstrated appropriate interaction skills, adapting according to patient/client characteristics and needs
Introduction to Health Promotion HEAL H1026
3. Describe the major theories and techniques for changing lifestyle health behaviours.
Sign language with an Introduction to Lip Reading LANG H1023 3. Preform expressive skills facial and bod
Disability and Deafness MEDL 06002
1. Describe the medical and social models of hearing impairment with reference to specific audiological examples.
3. Evaluate the emotional and psychosocial reactions to congenital and acquired hearing loss affecting the individual, their family and friends.
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
4. Combine relevant information obtained about each individual patient and with reference to the evidence base, recognise and select appropriate techniques for successful assessment, management planning, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
5. Perform a detailed and appropriate history; assess impairment, disability and handicap using appropriate measures.
6. Plan a customised rehabilitation programme including appropriate consideration of earmould type and modification, hearing aid type, prescription fitting rules and real ear measurement techniques in order to fit hearing aids, verification and evaluation of the intervention.
7. Recognise how clinical assessment and treatment strategies may have to be adjusted for patients with learning disabilities, depression and dementia
Paediatric Assessment MEDL07003
1. Demonstrate the range of methods of hearing assessment used with children and to evaluate the impact of hearing impairment in children.
Preparation for Clinical Practice MEDL07006
2. Demonstrate appropriate behaviour when dealing with patients
4. Display an effectively working knowledge of appropriate note taking and patient data systems Placement MEDL 08008
1. Practice in an effective, rational and organised manner, both independently and as part of a team, in a supervised work-‐type environment.
3. Perform effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist Health Psychology and Sociology HEAL 08002
2. Analyse the relationship between physical health and psychological well-‐being.
3. Apply principles of the cognitive behavioural approach to the facilitation of change.
4. Explore the realm of individual differences.
3. demonstrate awareness of the specific needs of the deaf community
Sign language with an Introduction to Lip Reading LANG H1023 1. Outline the role of the sign language and lip reading interpreter 5. Explain lip reading as a form of communication
Disability and Deafness MEDL 06002
1. Describe the medical and social models of hearing impairment with reference to specific audiological examples.
2. Discuss the cultural issues related to deafness
4. contribute to the development of individual management plans for patients/clients, demonstrating and awareness of appropriate onward referral and discharge
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
13. Describe the main referral criteria for pathways to audiology such as direct referral from GP; and the referral pathways to and from other professionals such as ENT, and other services
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
7. Recognise how clinical assessment and treatment strategies may have to be adjusted for patients with learning disabilities, depression and dementia
Placement MEDL 08008
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist