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In this course, survey data from a large number of audiologists will be compared with protocol recommendations from the American Academy of Audiology and other professional organizations.
   This is a Live Course which requires a Windows computer with speakers/headphones and a high-speed internet (Cable/DSL or faster) connection to participate. Take the short Test Drive to prepare your computer for this event. More information available in the FAQs/Help section.
Date: Wednesday, November 02, 2005
Start Time: 3:00 p.m. (Eastern) / 12:00 p.m. (Pacific)
Length: 60 minutes
Cost: Free to View
Course Presenter(s)
George Lindley, Ph.D., Au.D.
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Additional Course Information
Hearing aids have advanced dramatically over the past decade. With the advent of digital technology, the audiologist is faced with a large assortment of hearing aid styles, signal processing schemes, noise reduction options, and other features. In order to take maximal advantage of these advancements and match the patient with the appropriate technologies, a more sophisticated fitting protocol is needed. Unfortunately, hearing aid fitting protocols currently in use by many audiologists were developed when conventional, analog technology was the norm.
In this course, survey data from a large number of audiologists will be compared with protocol recommendations from the American Academy of Audiology and other professional organizations. Suggestions for improving the traditional hearing aid protocol will be provided. Measures and procedures that could be eliminated and measures that could be added will be reviewed. Case studies will be presented in an attempt to demonstrate the usefulness of procedures not commonly in use including testing in noise, testing for dead regions in the cochlea, speech mapping, and others. The “science” aspect of fitting hearing aids will be emphasized.
Course Objectives
- List the components recommended by the American Academy of Audiology for both adult and pediatric hearing aid fitting protocols
- Identify the most common reasons audiologists believe patients return their hearing aids.
- List three upfront measures that can be used to establish realistic expectations before the hearing aids are fitted.
- Describe the advantages of using a speech signal when verifying advanced technology using real-ear measures.
- Employ objective measures obtained prior to the fitting in making appropriate technology recommendations.
Time-ordered Agenda
| 3:00-3:10 |
I. Introduction
A. Evolution of Hearing Aid Technology
B. Evolution of Hearing Aid Fitting Protocols
C. Current recommendations re: Selection and Fitting of Hearing Aids
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| 3:10-3:20 |
II. Results of a hearing aid fitting protocol administered to practicing audiologists
A. Summary of Findings
B. Implications
C. Deficiencies, Areas for Improvement
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III. Reducing Unrealistic Expectations
A. Speech in noise testing upfront
B. Real-ear measures including speech mapping
C. Outcome Measures
D. TEN test for dead regions
E. Case Studies
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IV. Verification Issues
A. Interaction between signal processing scheme and stimulus
B. Benefits of using speech, Speech Mapping as a tool
C. Accounting for individual differences
D. Relationship between prescriptive targets and audibility
E. Case Studies
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V. Conclusions/Summary |
Continuing Education Information
Offered: AAA/0.1 Intermediate; ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; CAA/1.0; CASLPA/1.0; IHS/1.0
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Audiology Online is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer AAA CEUs for this activity. Refer to each activity for specific information about the CEUs offered. Academy approval of this continuing education activity does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
This course is offered for 0.1
ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional Area)
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.
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.
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.
If you have any technical questions or problems related to this course, please contact Audiology Online toll free at 1-800-753-2160.
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