Amplification Systems and Aural Rehabilitation for Children

2 units

This course will provide students with a broad understanding of amplification systems and principles and methods of aural rehabilitation as they apply to children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Amplification systems to be covered will include digital hearing aids, cochlear implants and a full range of assistive devices. Aural rehabilitation topics will emphasize patient management and will include communication strategies, conversation styles and speech recognition assessment. Students will be provided with videos, live demonstrations and in-class activities. Direct contact with children and technological devices will also be used to support lectures and discussions.