2020/21 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ARCS2198 Audiological Theory and Practice
30 creditsClass Size: 25
Module manager: Paul White
Email: p.j.s.white@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2020/21
Pre-requisite qualifications
BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology) programme specification for entry onto level 2 studyPre-requisites
| ARCS1104 | Neurosensory Theory & Practice |
Module replaces
HECS2198This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
The overall aim of this module is to give the student experience of Audiology practice that ensures that the student can undertake a range of routine practice expected of a newly qualified Healthcare Science Practitioner (Audiology).Students are prepared for practice through seminars and practical sessions delivered in Semester 1 and 2 in the university and in work placement in Semesters 1, 2a and 2b.Objectives
The overall objectives of the module are to enable the student to achieve:An understanding of the theory and range of routine work undertaken within the field of Audiology
Routine skills and attitudes relevant to the Healthcare Science (Audiology) Practitioner.
This module will build on the foundation provided with Year 1 regarding Healthcare Science by focusing on the Audiology aspect of the neurosensory theme. The student will develop their audiological knowledge, skills and experience.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module the students will be able to:
1. Apply the knowledge and the clinical and professional skills developed in this and adjacent academic modules in a clinical context for a range of service delivery approaches.
2. Communicate effectively with patients, audiological colleagues and other professionals using a range of methods appropriate to the healthcare setting.
3. Assess the hearing status via patient enquiry and application of routine diagnostic testing and appropriately record the outcome.
4. Devise action plans for routine hearing amplification rehabilitation.
5. Demonstrate the standards of professional behaviour as defined by regulatory and professional bodies
6. Discuss regulations regarding safeguarding
7. Explain local guidelines for responding to unacceptable behaviour by patients, carers, relatives, peers and colleagues including harassment, bullying and violent behaviour
Skills outcomes
Audiology appointment leadership (e.g. repair appointments)
Patient history taking
Otoscopy
Masked Pure tone audiometry
Tympanometry
Ear impression taking
Adult aural rehabilitation
Hearing aid selection and fitting
Hearing aid test box measurement and analysis
Professional standards of behaviour and attitudes
Communication with patients and colleagues
Verification of hearing devices using probe-tube measurement
Report writing
Reflective practice
Clinical and personal health and safety
Syllabus
Departmental and professional body policies and requirements
Clinical practice application of:
Preparation of audiological equipment
Routine audiological diagnostic test procedures
Routine auditory amplification rehabilitation equipment procedures
Treatment planning
Communication with patients and with clinical colleagues
Report writing
Professional behaviours and attitudes
Reflective practice
Telehealth
Hearing aid apps and remote assist applications
Digital appointment platforms
Preparation of clinical environments in line with local and national infection control guidance
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Other - Clinical Placement days | 501 | 1.00 | 501.00 |
| Class tests, exams and assessment | 1 | 0.45 | 1.00 |
| Practical | 18 | 3.00 | 54.00 |
| Seminar | 18 | 2.00 | 36.00 |
| Tutorial | 2 | 2.00 | 4.00 |
| Private study hours | 100.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 596.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 696.00 | ||
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Essay | 1500 | 60.00 |
| Presentation | Pre-recorded presentation | 40.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Portfolio Set - Semester 2b Week 1 Due - Semester 2b Week 15 - Pass/fail Practice Assessment: Pass/Fail Portfolio based Assessment will be through the achievement of defined performance criteria using a structured portfolio of evidence. This is a mix of short written observation evidence by the student, together with a summative report by the clinical educator. The prescribed MSC PTP Training Manual will be used to determine the requisite PTP level 2 competencies (itemised in Subject specific skills). PSRB approval will be required for assessment changes in 20/21
Reading list
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