Certificate of Higher Education in Basic Audiological Practice
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Certificate of Higher Education in Basic Audiological Practice is an 18-month part-time program designed for NHS Assistant or Associate Audiologists. It provides the knowledge and skills necessary to practice at Associate/Assistant level in a hospital Audiology Department, supporting the assessment and management of patients with hearing-related problems. The program includes university-based learning, work-based placement, and assessment through written exams, assignments, and clinical learning outcomes.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- The Certificate of Higher Education in Basic Audiological Practice program is an 18-month part-time modular course.
- It is aimed at individuals currently employed within the NHS as an Assistant or Associate Audiologist who are nominated by their Head of Service.
- Throughout the course, students will gain the knowledge and understanding required to practice at Associate/Assistant level in a hospital Audiology Department, supporting quantitative assessment and management of patients with hearing-related problems.
- Students will learn how to assess hearing capacity, and the clinical nature of the course will provide the practical skills needed for employment in the profession.
Outline:
- The course consists of the below modules:
Year 1 (Level 4)
Compulsory Modules
- Introduction to Audiology Practice I
- Study Skills, Health Informatics and Health Service Practice
Year 2 (Level 4)
Compulsory Modules
- Introduction to Audiology Practice II
- Audiology Rehabilitation
- The structure of the course is as follows:
- University-based learning component will take place over 12 weeks in three blocks during the first 12 months of the course.
- Students will attend their usual place of work for the work-based placement.
Assessment:
- The course is assessed by unseen written examinations, written assignments and presentations, plus the completion of Clinical Learning Outcomes.
Teaching:
- Learning is delivered via face-to-face lectures, e-learning and work-based learning.
- Practical skills sessions, lab work seminars, and workshops predominantly take place in person, allowing for group working and demonstrations.
Careers:
- The course has been developed to give students the knowledge and understanding required to advance their career and practice at Associate/Assistant level in a hospital Audiology Department.
Entry Requirements:
Essential:
- GCSE English/Welsh Language and Mathematics at Grade C or above
- At least 2 A level science qualifications or equivalent + scientific knowledge to at least a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, Diploma in Higher Education, or equivalent level of knowledge in a science subject.
- A typical offer requires 64 UCAS points which may comprise of the following:
- A levels: CC to include a science. It is expected that at least one of Science A-levels is in Biology, physics, chemistry or mathematics.
- BTEC: MPP
- Access to HE equivalents
Desirable:
- Evidence of scientific experience, e.g. in the form of a science/healthcare science degree or equivalent evidence of scientific and academic capability, is considered desirable.
- Other equivalent qualifications.
Non-typical applicants:-
You will have achieved the above academic standard or equivalent and be able to evidence recent learning (typically within the last 3 years). OR You will have passed a suitable education programme, e.g. Access to Science. This must include a minimum standard equivalent of GCSE in English/Welsh and Mathematics. We do not accept Access to Health and Social as an entry requirement. OR Will have worked within an Audiology Department and during this period have acquired an understanding of Audiological principles and a portfolio of competences. The application will need to be supported by your Head of Department, who will provide a detailed transcript of your knowledge and skills and vouch for your suitability for entry to the course.
