Audiometry Nursing
This unit of study is designed to facilitate the development of the audiometry nurse’s understanding of the hearing process and client assessment. Content covered within this unit of study includes the anatomy, physiology and pathology of hearing, alterations to hearing, assessment and monitoring hearing. The unit of study is designed to meet the needs of audiometry nurses working within a variety of settings and caring for clients across the lifespan.
| Audiometry Nursing | |
| Unit of study code | 241 |
| Availability | Single unit of study |
| Term | JANUARY, JULY |
| Pre-requisite | N/A |
| EFTSL | 0.125 FTE |
| Credit points | 6 |
| Mode of study | Online |
| Hours of study | 150 |
| Fee* | Tier 2 |
| Prescribed texts | Kramer, S & Brown, DK 2019, Audiology: Science to practice, 3rd edn, Plural Publishing Inc., San Diego USA. |
| Co-ordinated by | Linlin Ho MACN e: linlin.ho@acn.edu.au |
| Content | Intended learning outcomes for this subject/program
After completing this subject, the learner will be able to:- |
Assessment Tasks | ||
| Type of assessment
Note the completed assessment item (e.g. Assessment 1: Online discussion) |
Weighting
(% of total marks) |
When assessed – academic week
(e.g. Week 8) |
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| Theme 1: Audiometry systems | a) describe the normal anatomy and physiology of hearing | Assessment 1a: Online discussion x1 | 5% | 2 |
| Theme 2: Pathologies of the ear | b) describe the physics of sound | Assessment 1b: Quiz (10 questions) | 5% | 4 |
| Theme 3: Equipment and standards | c) demonstrate an understanding of normal child cognitive, speech and language development | Assessment 2: Essay (2,000 words) | 40% | 6 |
| Theme 4: Screening | d) identify risk factors for hearing loss along the age continuum | Assessment 3: Case analysis (2,500 words) | 50% | 10 |
| Theme 5: Clinical assessment | e) discuss the pathology associated with types of hearing loss | |||
| Theme 6: Management of hearing loss | f) identify standards governing, and equipment used in hearing assessments (including maintenance) | |||
| Theme 7: Hearing devices and support | g) discuss screening techniques | |||
| h) describe a thorough clinical hearing assessment on a client and interpret results appropriately | ||||
| i) develop a holistic approach to the management of clients with a hearing loss | ||||
| j) identify types of devices and services available to assist clients with a hearing loss. | ||||
Audiometry Nursing (241) is a Tier 2 unit.
| Tiers | 2023 Member price (10% discount) | 2023 Non-member price | 2024 Member price (10% discount) | 2024 Non-member price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | $2,196.00 | $2,440.00 | $2,308.50 | $2,565.00 |
| Tier 2 | $2,506.50 | $2,785.00 | $2,632.50 | $2,925.00 |
| Tier 3 | $2,947.50 | $3,275.00 | $3,096.00 | $3,440.00 |
| Tier 4 | $3,523.50 | $3,915.00 | $3,699.00 | $4,110.00 |
*Fees are subject to change without notice.
