Hearing Instrument Specialist
Conestoga College - Kitchener - Doon Kitchener , Ontario- Duration: 4 Semester
- Degree Name: Hearing Instrument Specialist
- Discipline Medicine and Health Sciences
- Program Level: Diploma
- Grade 12 / High School with Science/Medical - Biology (min 60 %)
- Min IELTS overall: 6 (Min Reading: 5.5 , Min Writing: 5.5 , Min Listening: 5.5 , Min Speaking: 5.5 )
This two-year diploma program is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to practice evidence-informed hearing healthcare and to function as an integral member of the interprofessional health- care team. Graduates of the program will have demonstrated the necessary patient-focused skills to manage the needs of the hard of hearing. The program provides a rich learning environment that utilizes classroom education, laboratory simulation, various interprofessional exercises, and clinical exposure to hone competency. The course work is designed to ensure the student is capable to assess hearing and provide hearing patients with appropriate rehabilitation options – in particular, the selection and fitting of today’s technologically-advanced hearing aids. Additionally, the course work will prepare the student to manage minor hearing aid and earmold repairs and modifications. It will prepare students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and critical thinking ability for proficiency within a hearing healthcare environment. After successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write national/provincial examinations and to complete 1000 hours of supervised internship through the Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners (AHIP).
Description | Sub Total |
---|---|
Avg Application Fee | $100 |
Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | $15000 |
Avg Yearly Cost of Living | $12960 |
Estimated Other school expenses and fees | $0 |
Estimated Total/Year | $28060.00 |
Full-time undergraduate and post-graduate international students can work anywhere on or off campus without a work permit. The rules around the number of hours a student will be allowed to work may vary based on the country the student chooses to study in. International students are typically able to work up to 20 hours a week.
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