Introduction

Due to the changing legislative requirements in the OHS, MHS and COID Act, refresher training is essential. Specifically, for Healthcare professionals and workers conducting audiometry testing in the occupational setting this is a requirement. Skills and knowledge must be updated on a regular basis to ensure you are equipped with the latest information to deliver the best testing service and information for your clients.

Learning Outcomes

• Prescribe the preparation required for an audiometric screening test.
• Illustrate the process of conducting an audiometric screening test.
• Interpret, evaluate, record and report an audiometric screening tests.
• Implement the guiding legislation and South African National Standards in the practice of audiometric testing.

Who Should Enroll

Health care professionals/workers conducting audiometry testing for the occupational health setting.

Course Design

This is an online course, participants have 1 week from date of registration to complete.

Course Content

• Updated legislation
• Latest developments
• Conducting the test
• Recording results
• Interpretation of audiograms
• Counselling and referral
• Hearing conservation programmes

Accreditation

Accredited according to the HPCSA Medical and Dental Board Guidelines for Health Professionals for 5 Clinical points on Level 2.

Certification

To qualify for the certificate of completion, participants are required to work through the material and resources provided and complete the assessment component.

Admission Requirements

Delegates must have undergone Audiometry short course or audiology training previously and be registered as an

• Audiometrist (Proof required)
• Audiologist or
• Medical Practitioner registered with the HPCSA

Course Fee

R950.00 (Inclusive of VAT)

Contact

OHSW SCHOOL

Tel: 087 821 1109 / Fax: 086 567 0279

Email: OHSW@foundation.co.za