CAOHC Certification Training: Audiometry & Hearing Conservation
3-Day Course
This 3-day basic training course will prepare you to conduct
hearing screening and pure-tone audiometry. The course will
familiarize you with all facets of occupational hearing conservation.
If you wish, bring your own audiometer.
Upon completion you will be awarded a certificate; which will provide
evidence of training, as required, by OSHA and
MSHA. You will also qualify
for certification by the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing
Conservation (CAOHC). In Illinois and a number of other states, CAOHC
certification is required for anyone who performs industrial audiometry.
Standard Course Schedule within a week.
- Wednesday - 8:30am through 4:45pm
- Thursday - 8:30am through 4:45pm
- Friday - 8:30am through 3:30pm
You’ll learn:
- How to conduct the forced Whisper Test.
- How to perform pure-tone audiometry.
- The prevalence of noise-induced hearing loss.
- The 3 parts of the hearing mechanism.
- The 3 parameters to describe sound.
- Microprocessor vs. manual testing – what’s best?
- Common pitfalls and myths in audiometry.
- Misconceptions about OSHA’s noise regulation.
- When to refer for otologic or audiologic exams.
- What is the A-weighting and how is it used?
- What is the best hearing protector?
- How to educate and motivate employees.
- Hearing loss formulas – are they fair?
- Guidelines for baseline revision.
- How to determine STS and what to do about it.
|
CEU’s AAOHN:
|
20.3 contact hours
|
|
ABIH:
|
3.0 IH CM points
|
|
BCSP:
|
1.75 COC points
|
|
AMTIE:
|
1.88 CE Credit
|
The course fee includes tuition, a binder of course materials,
continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon dessert.
Space is limited, so submit your registration early to reserve a spot.
Your registration will be confirmed by your choice of fax or email.
Confirmation information includes Course information, hotel information, and hotel directions.
Free Certification With Early Registration!
We offer free CAOHC certification when payment is received
with your registration at least 30 days in advance. With our
CAOHC 3-day course you will receive the CAOHC Training Certificate – a
$70 value.