| Code | CT6108 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 day module. February 12 and 13 2027 |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Fees | 535 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Venue | Brookfield Health & Science Complex 102 - online/hybrid delivery. |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | 12 Feb 2027 |
Outline
Module Objective:
To address the impact of adult hearing loss in terms of communication and quality of life and evaluate strategies for supporting adults with hearing loss, including those with special needs.
Module Content:
Content will include the impact of sudden and progressive hearing loss in adults. The module also considers the psychological and social impacts of hearing loss, and the models which inform our understanding of hearing related disabilities. Further topics include shared decision making in rehabilitation, as well as recognizing patient preferences in the use of amplification and assistive technology.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Map patient centred rehabilitation pathways for adults who have been diagnosed with acquired permanent hearing loss
- Synthesise and analyse different models relating to the psychological and social impact of hearing loss acquired in adulthood
- Demonstrate a critical awareness of the counselling and communication skills required to support them
- Demonstrate a systematic understanding of hearing impaired adults with complex needs with particular reference to auditory habilitation.
- Reflect critically on and understand primary communication disorders and their effect on the process of accessibility
- permanent hearing loss
- Synthesise and analyse different models relating to the psychological and social impact of hearing loss acquired in adulthood
- Demonstrate a critical awareness of the counselling and communication skills required to support them
- Demonstrate a systematic understanding of hearing impaired adults with complex needs with particular reference to auditory habilitation.
- Reflect critically on and understand primary communication disorders and their effect on the process of accessibility within the context of a patient centred service.
Practicalities
Online/hybrid delivery.
This module can be also be attended for CPD (non credit bearing) purposes. Please register here: https://open.ucc.ie/courses/ace-2627---cpd-1755---advanced-adult-assessment-and-rehabilitation
Requirements
The requirements are aligned with the requirements of the MSc Hearing, Balance and Communication Postgraduate Programme.
Fees and Costs
€500. There is also an additional €35 application fee.
How To Apply
To register to attend for CPD (non credit bearing) purposes, please register here: https://open.ucc.ie/courses/ace-2627---cpd-1755---advanced-adult-assessment-and-rehabilitation
Credit-bearing applications:
This course is open for applications via UCC Apply
Before you apply, please prepare the following items which you will need during your application:
- Transcripts/degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate.
- The full module fee will be payable on submission of your application.
- Proof of Identity (Birth Cert, Passport or Driver's Licence)
- Passport-style Photograph
Create an account or login to UCC Apply (click the 'Apply' button below).
- Start a new application
- WHEN ASKED FOR APPLICATION TYPE - YOU MUST CHOOSE: ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
- During the application on the tab titled Academic Level, under Level Selection, select the following options:
- Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
- Course Type: CPD Credit-Bearing Modules
- Academic Programme: Auditory Rehabilitation in the Hearing-Impaired Adult Population
You can view a CPD Application Guide here: https://www.ucc.ie/en/ace/helphub/
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