This course provides a general study of the science of hearing assessment. Practical experience in hearing assessment is required. Belonging is an integral part of society.
Communication disorders can result in a sense of non-participation.
Participants will examine the physiologic, neurologic, and acoustic aspects of human communication and learn conepts that foster communication environments that encourage belonging. Independence is a critical component for interacting successfully in society. The ability to communicate is one of the components of independence. Participants will examine the physiologic, neurologic, and acoustic aspects of human communication and learn about concepts that foster independence for individuals with communication disorders and their communication partners. Generosity may be demonstrated through empathy, caring, concern, service, etc.