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Spring 2020 Update [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

AUD (0879) 550 - Current Issues in Audiology


Credits: 3.00

This course provides students with discussion on current and relevant topics in audiology.  Topics include, but are not limited to auditory neuro-anatomy, geriatric, audiology, tinnitus management, deafness, global audiology, multicultural and bilingual audiology, legislation, and inter-professional education.

At the end of the semester students will be able to:

 Define the role of the auditory cortex and sub-cortex in hearing.

Discuss treatment options for tinnitus care.

 Discuss treatment options for tinnitus care.

 Describe recent developments in the Deaf community.

Discuss the epidemiology of hearing loss across the globe and its effects.

 Outline specific issue in cultural diversity.

Identify the role of the audiologist in conjunction with other allied health professionals.

Participate in a legislative advocacy experience.