Introduction to Audiologic Rehabilitation

Catalog description

This course examines the models of audiologic habilitation and rehabilitation throughout the lifespan-from childhood to geriatric populations. The use of amplification, assistive listening devices, audiological counseling, and the impact of hearing loss on communication, education, vocational, economic, and psychosocial development will be explored. A service-learning component is included in the curriculum. Students participate in a hearing screening and conservation program at Good Shepard Services, a residential facility for adolescent girls. Restrictions/Requirements: New Core: Fulfills 3 credits in Area of Knowledge I. Service Learning Component.