Training activity information

Details

Safely take ear impressions and select appropriate earmoulds for  pre-school and school-age children

Type

Entrustable training activity (ETA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee repeatedly, consistently, and effectively over time, in a range of situations. This may include occasions where the trainee has not successfully achieved the outcome of the activity themselves. For example, because it was not appropriate to undertake the task in the circumstances or the trainees recognised their own limitations and sought help or advice to ensure the activity reached an appropriate conclusion. ​

Reflection at multiple timepoints on the trainee learning journey for this activity.

Considerations

  • Principles of patient-centred care and support
  • Infection control
  • Parental/child consent
  • Acoustic, comfort and aesthetic considerations
  • Shared decision making
  • Local, national and international guidance and best practice

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 6 Outcome

Provide hearing habilitation for school-age children.