FdSc Hearing Aid Audiology Level 5
This innovative programme will provide you with the skills you need to qualify as a hearing aid audiologist. As part of this programme you will understand how to run a safe and successful practice and make a difference to people’s lives.
Through exclusive work placements you will have access to a range of real-life situations in both clinical and community environments as well as access to simulation suites. This embedded work-based programme will provide a challenging balance between the development of core skills and professional practice required by Hearing Aid Audiologists who have knowledge in basic sciences, medical aspects of audiology, audiological techniques, hearing advice and rehabilitation.
Audiology is an exciting career with many avenues for employment and specialisation. It involves both a strong scientific interest and aptitude with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, oral as well as written.
Course Details
- Maths and English at GCSE Grade 4 (C) or equivalent and a minimum of 48 UCAS points
Introduction to Hearing Aid Audiology – 10 credits
Auditory Sciences – 10 credits
Introduction to Auditory Sciences – 20 credits
Clinical Practice in Hearing Aid Audiology 1 – 40 credits
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the Audio-Vestibular System – 20 credits
Audiological Assessment 1 – 20 credits
Clinical Practice in Hearing Aid Audiology 2 – 40 Credits
Audiological Assessment 2 – 20 Credits
Communication and Rehabilitation – 20 Credits
Specialist Practice and Professional Issues – 20 Credits
Hearing Aid Technology and Assistive Listening Devices – 20 Credits
"I will really miss my college days and from the beginning the tutor, Al, has been so supportive. From someone who has not completed anything academic in over 20 years, this course was a step in the right direction for me. I have learnt so much from the group of people, different organisations, but mostly from Al who has a wealth of HR knowledge. Nothing is ever too much trouble for Al and she will always go out of her way to support and guide you in the right direction". Kelly Gidley – Temporary Staffing Team Manager, Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust