Training activity information
Details
Select and safely verify hearing aids for school-age children and report the findings to the relevant professionals
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
- Hearing aid types, including air conduction and bone conduction devices
- Methods of verification
- Parental/child consent
- Integration with assistive listening devices, including wireless systems and radio aids
- External educational support
- Hearing aid programs and features
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 6 |
Outcome
Provide hearing habilitation for school-age children. |