This foundational-level course is designed for audiologists who are new to working with Baha systems. After attending this course, participants will be able to determine if someone is a candidate for Baha systems, including the Baha Connect and Baha Attract Systems. Topics will include testing for candidacy, counseling potential candidates and demonstrating Baha systems. This course is designed as part of the overall “Foundations of Baha Implants” series.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course learners will be able to list the candidacy criteria for Baha systems for both Single-Sided Deafness (SSD) and Mixed and Conductive Hearing Loss.
- After this course learners will be able to list three ways clinicians can demonstrate Baha systems to their patients.
- After this course learners will be able to identify important points for counseling a candidate and list resources that are available to support Baha candidates.
Course created on June 5, 2019
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-20 Minutes | Candidacy for Baha Systems |
| 20-40 Minutes | Performing Baha demonstrations, evaluations and trials |
| 40-55 Minutes | Counseling Baha candidates |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary and Questions |
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