Hearing Protection: Delivering Safety and Service to the Community
Course: #39249Level: Intermediate 1 Hour 290 Reviews
Noise is a prevalent concern in today’s world and presents a hazard for work, recreational activities and entertainment. High levels of noise can permanently damage hearing without properly used protective equipment. Hearing Loss attributable to noise is fully preventable when appropriate precautions are taken. This course will cover the danger of noise exposure, why delivering hearing conservation services is important for hearing professionals and the selection of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect from noise induced hearing loss.
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to list at least three Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) devices available today.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain the rationale behind delivering hearing conservation services in the hearing clinic.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify which Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) device to fit for a patient based on hearing loss or noise exposure.
Course created on January 30, 2024
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-15 Minutes | The Danger of Noise Exposure |
| 15-25 Minutes | The rationale behind delivering hearing conservation services |
| 25-35 Minutes | Components of a Hearing Conservation Protocol |
| 35-45 Minutes | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) |
| 45-55 Minutes | Delivering Hearing Conservation Services in the Hearing Clinic |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary and Q & A |
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Wes Christ
Wes joined Starkey 9 years ago as part of the Start Hearing team, working with consumers and professionals to guide people through their hearing healthcare journey. He then worked for 2 years in Consumer Tech Support assisting Starkey Hearing Aid wearers with their hearing aids and accessories. Since 2022, Wes has been part of the SoundGear hearing protection division as the Product & Account Specialist. Wes’ hobbies keep him intertwined with his profession. He enjoys hunting, shooting, and building using noisy tools. When not working you can find Wes spending time with his wife and two young children.
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American Academy of Audiology
AudiologyOnline is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer Academy CEUs for this activity. The program is worth a maximum of 0.1 AAA CEUs. Academy approval of this continuing education activity is based on course content only and does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedure, or adherence of the event to the Academy's Code of Ethics. Any views that are presented are those of the presenter/CE Provider and not necessarily of the American Academy of Audiology.
Australian College of Audiology
AudiologyOnline courses are approved for Continuing Education Points by the Australian College of Audiology. Automatic ACAud Approval Number 20000. This course is offered for 1 CEP.
Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario
The Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario (AHIP) represents and guide its members in their practice which include, the testing and selecting, fitting and dispensing hearing instruments and associated devices in the best interest of the hard of hearing of Ontario. Audiology Online is an approved provider of approved educational activities for AHIP Members. One hour of coursework equals 1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU).
American Speech-Language-Hearing Assn.
Intermediate Level
0.1 ASHA CEUs
British Academy of Audiology
This course has been accredited with 1 CPD point/s by the British Academy of Audiology.
Canadian Academy of Audiology
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.
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International Hearing Society
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.
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
Kansas Department of Health and Environment: Approved for 1 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed Audiologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Long-Term Sponsorship number LTS-S0035.
New Zealand Audiological Society
This course is offered for 1.0 Continuing Education points through the New Zealand Audiological Society.
Speech-Language & Audiology Canada
Clinically certified members of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) can accumulate continuing education equivalents (CEEs) for their participation with AudiologyOnline. One hour of coursework equals 1 CEE. All SAC members are encouraged to participate in on-going education.