National code: HLT57415

    Diploma of Audiometry at TAFE Digital

    Class details

    Schedule Pace and number of hours.

    Online

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Online

    Duration

    Course duration Time required to complete this course.

    2 years

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    30th Jun 2022

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    30th Jun 2024

    Time Commitment

    Class and study time The average amount of time each week you’ll spend in class attendance and participation, directed study, and any required work placements. You may also need to do additional hours of self-directed study.

    20 hours per week

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

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    This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    An individual training plan will be provided when you enrol in this course. Your plan will outline the recommended study timetable and detail your units and assessments.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: true or false, multiple choice, short and long answer questions

    • Skills assessments: case studies, projects

    • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • Applying with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. As you progress through the application and enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.

      For further information or assistance, call 131 601.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • Before your enrolment application can be accepted for this course, you will need to have a clinical practice agree to supervise you, in order to complete your audiometric tasks. This can be evidenced by a Supervisor Statement that will be provided to you on your application.

    • To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you:

      • have a suitably qualified supervisor. You will be required to complete workplace cases that have been supervised by a qualified supervisor to complete this qualification.
    • To successfully complete this course, you will need:

      • to be able to complete assignments and case studies and undertake practical tasks in an audiometry clinic under the supervison of a qualified supervisor.
      • to complete a video conference with TAFE NSW teachers or submit video evidence of tasks for some skills that must be assessed in the workplace

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Audiometry qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 19 Units of competency, including 11 core and 8 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Dispense hearing devicesHLTAUD005

    • Develop and implement individual hearing rehabilitation programsHLTAUD004

    • Assess hearingHLTAUD001

    • Confirm physical health statusHLTAAP002

    Course deliveryStudying Online

    Learn online. Unlike virtual classrooms, you won't have a timetable. All your course content will be available online for you to access at any time of the day from a computer with internet access.

    Your online course will include collaboration with your teacher and other students through online platforms. Your teachers are available and will provide you with support throughout the course.

    You may be required to attend a vocational work placement, on campus assessment and/or a teacher might need to observe and assess you in a real or simulated environment.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • As an enrolled student with TAFE Digital you can access a range of support services to help you make the most out of your time as a student.

    • The careers counsellors at TAFE Digital can help you, whether you're currently enrolled or planning on enrolling in a course with your career direction, educational and vocational pathways or if you are experiencing difficulties that may affect your studies.

    • TAFE Digital offers great support to:

    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

    • students with a permanent or temporary disability

    • people studying with TAFE Digital who are from multicultural backgrounds

    • students who are experiencing difficulties with learning and Study Skills.

    • We also provide information to students regarding their rights and responsibilities and educational options for students living overseas.

    • There is also our Technical Help page to assist you with some common student technical issues.

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

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