COMD7173 - Methods in Pediatric Aural Habilitation - Part I

COMD 7173 Methods in Pediatric Aural Habilitation - Part I (1 semester credit hour) Discussion of topics related to the management of children with hearing loss with specific reference to observation experiences. In addition, introduction to audiometric testing, hearing aids, assistive technology, and Deaf Culture is provided. There is also practice of basic sign language as the vocabulary relates to these topics. Pass/Fail only. May be repeated credit as topics vary (4 semester credit hours maximum). Prerequisites: BBSC majors only and department consent required. (1-0) R