AUDE 5450 - Amplification I

3 credits: 2 credit lecture, 1 credit lab

This course will cover the history of hearing aids in the healthcare market. Past and current hearing aid styles, components, acoustics, and measurement characteristics will be discussed. Skills will be gained in taking ear-mold impressions; performing cleaning, maintenance, and adjustments on hearing aids; and modifying hearing aids and earmolds. Information will also be provided regarding patient assessment measures used to aid in appropriate hearing aid selection and verification, as well as how to provide basic hearing aid recommendations to patients. Includes laboratory requirement.