The treatment of vestibular disorders, while in the scope of practice as described by both ASHA and AAA, is often overlooked in AuD curriculum. This course aims to educate the Audiologist on the principles of Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy, and equip the Audiologist to immediately guide her or his dizzy patient on the path to recovery.

This course demonstrates the importance of simulation in clinical training and outlines specific lessons in which CARL can be incorporated in. From basic lessons introducing the components of a hearing aid to advanced fitting of a high-gain hearing aid, this patient simulator provides several validated benefits to existing audiology curriculums.

This course features clinicians from Purdue University presenting actual case studies on adult amplification with a range of audiological and medical diagnoses represented.

The full scope of audiology includes assessment and rehabilitation of hearing and balance disorders, however, there is a large disparity of coursework and credit hours spent teaching vestibular assessment and rehabilitation in comparison to hearing assessment and rehabilitation based on preliminary survey data. This course will offer practical tips and increase comfort in applying vestibular principles in the general audiology population.

Key components of a tinnitus management protocol for audiologists including resources and references, written in an engaging Q & A format.

Dr. James Hall reviews assessment and management of hyperacusis, beginning with background information about this auditory disorder, and concluding with two actual case studies. This is an audio-only podcast with references and further resources included as handouts.

This course will discuss the anatomical structures and perceptual streams of the auditory cortex. It provides a review of how they make different contributions to the perception and production of speech and sound.

As indications for cochlear implantation (CI) expand, children with significant unilateral hearing loss are being considered for candidacy. This course will focus on 12-month outcomes obtained as part of a clinical trial investigating safety and efficacy of cochlear implantation in this population.

Hearing health care is experiencing a major disruption in policy and service. Highlighted here are some of the emerging trends aimed at improving access to hearing health care and how they are affecting professional practice.

The course will provide clinicians with a framework for evaluating and treating tinnitus patients, including counseling for Thoughts and Emotions, Hearing, Sleep and Concentration difficulties. It will include the application of hearing aids, and wearable and non-wearable sound therapy devices.