Principles of Paediatric Audiology (AUDI90051)

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to

• Describe in detail the normal physical, social, auditory, speech and language development of infants and young children
• Describe the risk factors for hearing loss in children, including neonatology, genetics, and illness
• Apply theory to accurately conduct behavioural assessments of hearing in uncomplicated cases of children aged from 9 months

Generic skills

• At the completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate: • critical thinking, analytical and problem solving skills • the ability to integrate theory and practice and to apply this in novel situations • an openness to new ideas • planning and time management skills • the ability to communicate their knowledge in both oral and written form • the ability to behave in a professionally appropriate manner