1. generate hypotheses from the analysis and integration of case history and assessment findings and apply clinical reasoning and problem solving in order to plan, prioritise and implement treatment
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
1. Evaluate a range of common audiological assessment techniques and when they would be used; including subjective, electro-‐physiological and other objective tests
3. Evaluate a range of techniques used for assessment of tinnitus dysfunction Pathophysiology of Hearing and Balance PSIO H2006
3. Evaluate medical and surgical treatments employed.
4. Apply knowledge of different treatment approaches to appropriate case scenarios.
2. make the patient/client central to the delivery of care
Professional Practice Management MGMT H20452. Recognise the importance of personal care, staff and customer care in the work place 4. Distinguish between customer focus and department focus
5. Recognize the importance of patient centred practice
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.
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.
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.
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.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist
3. find original creative solutions to complex one-off problems to enable the potential of individuals to be achieved
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
4. plan and implement appropriate and effective treatment or rehabilitation
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
1. Evaluate a range of common audiological assessment techniques and when they would be used; including subjective, electro-‐physiological and other objective tests
Pathophysiology of Hearing and Balance PSIO H2006
4. Apply knowledge of different treatment approaches to appropriate case scenarios.
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
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
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
Rehabilitation and Management of Tinnitus and Balance Disorders MEDL 08005 1. Apply various skills in the management of patients with tinnitus and/or dizziness.
2. Evaluate and synthesise information from the evidence base relating to interventions.
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.
5. Accumulate and consolidate data from research literature relevant to all aspects of tinnitus and balance
5. produce management plans in the context of multidisciplinary provision
Paediatric Assessment MEDL07003
3. Apply theoretical approaches to the practical assessment
6.Apply a multi-‐disciplinary approach in assessment and management of paediatric patients, and discuss the role of each of the different professionals
Placement MEDL 08008
2. Express consistent and appropriate communication with colleagues, superiors, and placement supervisor(s), and adherence to health and safety, legal and ethical obligations.
3. Perform effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Integrated Capstone Project (Research) MEDL 08001 4. Design, conduct and analyse experiments
6. take account of available service delivery options
Preparation for Clinical Practice MEDL070063. 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
7. show adaptability and flexibility in provision of audiology services, indicating an awareness of contextual constraints which influence service delivery
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
8. understand the rationales and principles underlying assessment and rehabilitation use rehabilitation techniques appropriate to the range of hearing and balance disorders
Anatomy and Physiology for Audiologists ANAT H2006
4. Relate consequences of physiological dysfunction to features of hearing loss, and vestibular dysfunction in humans.
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
1. Evaluate a range of common audiological assessment techniques and when they would be used; including subjective, electro-‐physiological and other objective tests
3. Evaluate a range of techniques used for assessment of tinnitus dysfunction 4. Describe pathology, types, causes and prevalence of hearing loss in adults 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
9. set goals based on assessment and need
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL070014. 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.
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
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist Integrated Capstone Project (Research) MEDL 08001
3. Define and evaluate a research problem 4. Design, conduct and analyse experiments
10. liaise effectively with other professionals, patients/clients' relatives/carers, and appreciate their potential contributions to the management process
Auditory Assessment with Development AUDG H2001
6.Analyse the difficulties encountered by hearing impaired patients and their carer and demonstrate an awareness of psychological and social effects arising from acquired hearing loss and congenital hearing loss, and different effects of onset (sudden vs gradual)
Placement MEDL 08008
3. Perform effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
Health Psychology and Sociology HEAL 08002
3. Apply principles of the cognitive behavioural approach to the facilitation of change.
4. Explore the realm of individual differences.
11. synthesise new theory and practice in health and social care
Integrated Capstone Project (Research) MEDL 08001 1. Complete a focused critical literature review12. accurately and concisely record assessment methods and results
Professional Practice Management MGMT H2045
1. Produce effective professional presentations -‐ design layout, presentation and referencing skills, creating effective oral and written presentations, reports, essays assignments and promotional documentation.
Rehabilitation and Management of Adults with Hearing Difficulties MEDL07001
3. Clinically assess patient groups including consideration of audiological, physical and psychosocial aspects.
5. Perform a detailed and appropriate history; assess impairment, disability and handicap using appropriate measures.
13. justify the decisions about interventions especially in relation to patient's/clients' wishes
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.
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
14. demonstrate evidence of clinical reasoning and problem solving skills and techniques
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.
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.
4. Evaluate critically her/his performance, abilities and achievements in the work-‐place.
5. Exhibit achievement of competencies required to perform as an audiologist Integrated Capstone Project (Research) MEDL 08001
3. Define and evaluate a research problem 4. Design, conduct and analyse experiments