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Dec 14, 2025
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University General Course Catalog 2020-2021 ARCHIVED CATALOG: LINKS AND CONTENT ARE OUT OF DATE. CHECK WITH YOUR ADVISOR.
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SPA 463 - Research and Clinical Experience in Audiology (2 units)
Researching contemporary issues and methods in Audiology. Clinical observation to be gained off-campus in addition to on campus laboratory experiences.
Prerequisite(s): SPA 301; SPA 362; SPA 365; SPA 366; SPA 466. Senior standing. Faculty consent to enroll.
Units of Internship/Practicum: 2
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify the details of and be able to conduct and interpret the results of the following: otoscopy, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes, OAEs, ABR, retrocochlear testing.
2. conduct behavioral audiometry using a variety of techniques with patients of all ages.
3. identify the why, when, and how of masking for behavioral tests.
4. conduct a patient interview in which case history information is collected.
5. analyze and interpret all test results obtained and be able to explain them to the patient.
6. write a comprehensive audiological report for all different appointment types.
7. define and describe APD and what a comprehensive evaluation consists of as well as write a comprehensive report.
8. identify the basics of how to manage hearing loss and the technology involved.
9. make basic recommendations for the patient based on the test results.
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