Course Details

Course # 20460
20Q: Any Color, So Long As It's Black - Individualizing Clinical Audiology Practice

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CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.1 Intermediate; ACAud/1.0; AHIP/1.0; ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; CASLPA/1.0; Calif. HADB/1.0 Hearing Aid Related; IHS/1.0

Course Abstract

Whether it relates to diagnostic or rehabilitative audiology, looking beyond the audiogram is essential. This article will examine various areas of audiology clinical practice where an individualized approach may be beneficial, and provide insight into where the profession may be evolving in this regard.
Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.

Course Learning Outcomes

Preview Exam
  • After this course learners will be able to give 3 examples of how individualized audiology practice may benefit the patientExplain potential drawbacks or disadvantages of a using a fee-for-service model instead of a traditional bundled model for an audiol
  • After this course learners will be able to define individualized audiology clinical practice
  • After this course learners will be able to give 3 examples of how individualized audiology practice may benefit the patient
  • After this course learners will be able to explain potential drawbacks or disadvantages of a using a fee-for-service model instead of a traditional bundled model for an audiology practice
  • After this course learners will be able to explain how hearing aid fitting prescriptions (DSL, NAL) are an example of individualized audiology practice

Average Rating (92 Reviews)

Most Recent Comments
Review by: Member on January 1, 2013
made me think about how to individualize hearing aid rec.
Review by: Member on December 30, 2012
reinforces the need for self assessment questionaires
Review by: Member on December 22, 2012
Well organized, easy to understand, pertinent and informative.
Review by: Member on December 21, 2012
The information was laid out in a way that was easy to understand and was evidence based.
Review by: Member on December 5, 2012
The information was easy to understand.
Review by: Member on November 22, 2012
Well thought out
Review by: Member on November 14, 2012
A multifactor cutting edge look at the future of the fitting of hearing aids.
Review by: Member on November 11, 2012
very clear and understandable
Review by: Member on October 14, 2012
agree with topic

Course Information

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Course Presenter

kevin j munro

Kevin J. Munro, PhD, MSc

Dr. Kevin Munro has a background in medical sciences and obtained an MSc (Distinction) and PhD in Audiology at the University of Southampton. He also has a Diploma in Management Studies. He is currently a Professor at the University of Manchester, where he has worked the past ten years.  His audiology interests are diverse, and include the assessment and rehabilitation of hearing and balance disorders in adults, the assessment and habilitation of hearing (including cochlear implants) in children, and research related to plasticity of the auditory system.  Kevin is an active member of the British Society of Audiology;he served as editor of British Society of Audiology News and is presently the Chair of this organization. The Society has awarded Kevin the Thomas Simm Littler prize for his contribution to research in audiology, and the Jos Millar shield.

Disclosure: Kevin Munro has no financial or non-financial relationships to disclose.

Continuing Education Information

CEUs/Hours Offered: AAA/0.1 Intermediate; ACAud/1.0; AHIP/1.0; ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; CASLPA/1.0; Calif. HADB/1.0 Hearing Aid Related; IHS/1.0

Passing an online exam will be required to earn continuing education credit.

Please Note: The CEU exam and course evaluation must be completed within 30 days of course registration.

Event participation is free, but you must be a CEU Total Access member to complete the exam and earn the continuing education credit.

American Academy of Audiology

Audiology Online is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer Academy CEUs for this activity. The program is worth a maximum of 0.1 CEUs. Academy approval of this continuing education activity does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures. Any views that are presented are those of the presenter/CE Provider and not necessarily of the American Academy of Audiology.

Australian College of Audiology

AudiologyOnline courses are approved for Continuing Education Points by the Australian College of Audiology. Automatic ACAud Approval Number 20000. This course is offered for 1 CEP.

Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario

The Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario (AHIP) represents and guide its members in their practice which include, the testing and selecting, fitting and dispensing hearing instruments and associated devices in the best interest of the hard of hearing of Ontario. Audiology Online is an approved provider of approved educational activities for AHIP Members. One hour of coursework equals 1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU).

American Speech-Language-Hearing Assn.

This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional Area)

British Academy of Audiology

This course has been accredited with 1 CPD point/s by the British Academy of Audiology.

Canadian Academy of Audiology

The Canadian Academy of Audiology (CAA) supports and assists its members in the attainment of continuing education towards an individual professional development plan as required by their Provincial Regulatory Colleges and Provincial Associations. Audiology Online is an approved provider of educational activities for CAA members. Each hour of activity may be counted as one Continuous Learning Activity Credit (or equivalent) as allowed by the applicable regulatory college or association.

California Hearing Aid Dispensers Bureau

Course meets the qualifications for 1 hours of continuing professional development credit for hearing aid dispensers as required by the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board of California.

Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

Certified members of the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA) can accumulate continuing education equivalents (CEEs) for their participation with Audiology Online. One hour of coursework equals 1 CEE. All CASLPA members are encouraged to participate in on-going education.

International Hearing Society

This program is approved by the International Hearing Society and its educational committee, the International Institute for Hearing Instruments Studies. To learn more about earning IHS CE Credit, click here.

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