| Code | CT6200 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 day module - March 2026 |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Qualifications | CPD Module |
| Fees | €1,000 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 05/02/2026 |
| Venue | Timetable with exact location details in Brookfield Health & Science Complex will be confirmed closer to the date and once registration is complete. |
| Credits | 10 Credits |
| Start Date | 5th March 2026 |
Outline
Module Objective: To integrate perspectives affecting hearing-related communication abilities in children and adults, to related disciplines in health and education, using evidence based research and best practice guidelines.
Module Content: Hearing across the lifespan, in the context of development and adaptation within the following domains: communication, cognition, emotional and social skills.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Determine the stages of communicative, socio-emotional and cognitive development in children with and without hearing loss.
- Evaluate from current research findings how a hearing loss can influence development in the areas of spoken language and literacy.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of evidence-based assessments used to evaluate the languages of deaf children, including bilingual deaf children.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the cognitive, social and educational challenges for children with and without hearing loss.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effects of late-onset or acquired hearing loss on communication in children and adults.
Practicalities
Mode of delivery to be confirmed for enquiries see contact information. This module can be also be attended for CPD (non credit bearing) purposes https://www.ucc.ie/en/cpd/options/medhealth/clinicaltherapies/cpd1707/
Why Choose
Skills and Careers Information
This module can be used towards the British Academy of Audiology (BAA) Higher Training Scheme. UCC is proud to be the only Irish University and one of seven universities to participate in this scheme. For more information, visit our Higher Training Scheme information page.
Higher Training Scheme | University College Cork
Requirements
The requirements are aligned with the requirements of the MSc Hearing, Balance and Communication Postgraduate Programme. Please see following link (https://www.ucc.ie/en/ckx27/) for more information.
Fees and Costs
€1,000. There is also a €35 application fee.
How To Apply
To apply for this module click the Apply Now button. Once you have created your profile you can start your application by selecting the option below:
- Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate.
- The full module fee of €1035 will be payable on submission of your application.