Brief Description of the Microqualification Educational Program
1. Main Field of the Program
The program belongs to the field of healthcare, specifically pediatrics, neonatology, and audiology. It is aimed at training specialists in the early detection of hearing impairments in newborns and young children using modern screening technologies.
2. Purpose of the Microqualification Program
To develop professional competencies in participants for conducting audiological screening, interpreting examination results, and organizing early diagnosis of hearing impairments in children in order to ensure timely intervention and prevent delays in speech and psycho-emotional development.
3. Objectives of the Microqualification Program
- - to master the theoretical foundations of audiology and hearing physiology in newborns and young children;
- - to study methods and technologies of audiological screening (OAE, ABR, etc.);
- - to develop practical skills in conducting screening procedures;
- - to train in the interpretation of results and identification of risk factors for hearing impairments;
- - to develop competencies in patient referral for further examination and treatment;
- - to familiarize participants with international and national screening standards.
4. Rationale for the Educational Program
Early detection of hearing impairments in children is a key factor for their полноценного speech, cognitive, and social development.The lack of timely diagnosis may lead to persistent impairments in speech, learning ability, and social adaptation.The implementation of newborn audiological screening programs is recognized as an international standard of medical care. However, there is a need for qualified specialists who are proficient in modern screening methods and data interpretation.This educational program is designed to address this gap and improve the quality of early diagnosis of hearing impairments.
Information on Courses:
| No. | Course Title | Brief Course Description | Credits | Academic Hours | Learning Outcomes (Codes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Audiological Screening for Newborns and Young Children | Fundamentals of audiological screening, objectives and tasks of early detection of hearing impairments in newborns and young children, organization and significance of screening in the healthcare system | – | 10 | LO1, LO2 |
| 2 | Anatomy and Physiology of the Auditory System | Structure and functions of the auditory system, особенностей development of hearing in young children | – | 10 | LO1 |
| 3 | Methods of Audiological Screening | Principles and methodology of OAE and ABR testing, patient and equipment preparation | – | 10 | LO3, LO4 |
| 4 | Practical Training in Audiological Screening | Development of practical skills in conducting screening procedures, working with equipment, compliance with sanitary standards | – | 10 | LO3, LO4, LO8 |
| 5 | Interpretation of Results and Risk Groups | Analysis of results, identification of abnormalities, determination of risk groups | – | 10 | LO5, LO6 |
| 6 | Organization of Screening and Documentation | Patient referral pathways, documentation management, standards and protocols | – | 10 | LO7, LO9 |
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs):
| LO1. | Demonstrates knowledge of the anatomical and physiological characteristics of the auditory system in newborns and young children. |
| LO2. | Justifies the necessity and importance of early audiological screening for the prevention of speech and psycho-emotional development disorders. |
| LO3. | Applies audiological screening methods (OAE, ABR) in professional practice. |
| LO4. | Prepares patients and equipment for audiological screening procedures. |
| LO5. | Interprets the results of audiological examinations and identifies hearing function abnormalities. |
| LO6. | Identifies risk groups for hearing impairments in newborns and young children. |
| LO7. | Ensures appropriate patient referral for further examination and early intervention. |
| LO8. | Complies with sanitary and hygienic requirements, as well as principles of asepsis and antisepsis during screening procedures. |
| LO9. | Maintains medical documentation based on audiological screening results. |