CDS 556LEC - Hearing Aid Evaluation

This course provides lectures and labs on hearing aid technology and hearing aid fitting, including hearing aid history, components, fitting strategy, programming, verification of amplification, and output measurement. Upon completion, the students are expected to have knowledge of hearing aid structures, functions, and styles, and master the basic principles for evaluating hearing aid candidates and selecting hearing aids. This course is designed to ensure that students meet the knowledge and skills required by the ASHA Standards for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology.

Credits: 3