Audiology Bridge
Courses
AUB 7000 Aud Neuro Spectrum Disorder 1.5 Credit
College/Department: Nursing & Health Professions/AUD-Distance Ed
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7005 Evidence-Based Audiology: Research to Practice 1.5 Credit
Evidence-based practice is essential to delivering high-quality, ethical and effective audiologic care in today's rapidly evolving clinical and research environments. This course equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to critically evaluate research, integrate scientific evidence with clinical expertise, and apply findings to patient-centered audiologic decision-making. Emphasis is placed on research design, appraisal of evidence, clinical guidelines, outcome measures and implementation strategies that bridge the gap between research and real-world audiology practice.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7007 Genetics and Hearing Loss 1.5 Credit
Understanding the genetic underpinnings of hearing loss is essential for contemporary audiologic practice. This course provides foundational knowledge in human genetics, with a focus on hereditary hearing loss. Students will explore inheritance patterns, molecular mechanisms, syndromic and non-syndromic forms of deafness, and emerging interventions such as gene therapy. Emphasis is placed on genetic testing, ethical considerations, counseling strategies, and referral practices, preparing audiologists to serve as informed, collaborative healthcare providers in the era of genomic medicine.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7010 Early Hearing Detection in Infants 1.5 Credit
Early detection and intervention (EHDI) for hearing loss in infants is one of the most impactful public health initiatives in pediatric audiology, with far-reaching consequences for a child's communication, and cognitive and social development. This course explores the foundations of newborn hearing screening protocols and the principles guiding universal screening initiatives, with an emphasis on evidence-based practices and alignment with national benchmarks (including the 1-3-6 goals).
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7011 Advanced Topics in Otoacoustic Emissions 1.5 Credit
Otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) are a cornerstone of modern audiology, providing an objective, noninvasive window into cochlear function across the lifespan. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the physiological basis, measurement and clinical interpretation of OAEs. Students will explore cochlear mechanics, OAE generation, recording techniques and response analysis, with a strong emphasis on clinical applications. Through case-based learning, the course highlights the role of OAEs in hearing screening, differential diagnosis and monitoring auditory disorders in diverse clinical populations.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7013 Advanced Electrophysiology 1.5 Credit
Advanced auditory evoked potentials are critical tools in diagnosing complex auditory and neurological disorders. This course explores advanced electrophysiological techniques including electrocochleography (ECochG), auditory middle and late latency responses (AMLR, ALLR), P300 and mismatch negativity (MMN), Clinical applications covered include auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD), auditory processing disorder (APD) and treatment monitoring. Students also examine cortical responses in cognitive neuroscience and neurology, along with electroneuronography (ENoG) for facial nerve assessment.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7014 Medical Audiology 1.5 Credit
A thorough understanding of the medical foundations of hearing and auditory disorders across the lifespan is essential to the practice of Audiology. Emphasizing pathophysiology, diagnosis and clinical implications, this course explores the anatomical, genetic and systemic bases of auditory dysfunction from the external ear through the central auditory system. Learn to interpret case histories, recognize medically significance audiologic patterns, and integrate genomic and multidisciplinary data for effective patient management.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7103 Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring 1.5 Credit
Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (IOM) plays a critical role in enhancing surgical outcomes by providing real-time data on neural function. This course introduces students to the operating room environment and the principles of continuous electrophysiological data acquisition and interpretation. Designed for those with a background in neurodiagnostics, the course includes a focused review of auditory evoked potentials (AEP) and electromyography (EMG), with special emphasis on EMG applications in facial nerve monitoring. Through case examples, surgical protocols, and video illustrations, students will gain foundational knowledge essential for beginning supervised, hands-on IOM training.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7109 Cognition and Hearing 1.5 Credit
Understanding cognition is essential for interpreting how individuals perceive and process sound across the lifespan. This course explores foundational cognitive mechanisms, the effects of maturation and aging, and their impact on speech perception, especially in complex listening environments. Students will learn to integrate cognitive principles into assessment and intervention, improving outcomes for diverse patient populations. Through evidence-based content and applied activities, students will develop a deeper appreciation of the cognitive-auditory interface and its clinical implications.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7111 School-Based Audiology 1.5 Credit
Ensuring equitable access to education for children who are deaf or hard of hearing is essential for their academic success and overall development. This course explores audiology services that support students’ access and participation in school programs. Topics include student characteristics, hearing screening and prevention, classroom acoustics and listening, remote microphone technology, and strategies to promote access, self-advocacy, and family engagement. Using a problem-based learning approach, students will examine real-world challenges and develop practical solutions to support effective school-based audiology services.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7112 Pharmacology and Ototoxicity 1.5 Credit
Understanding medications and their potential impact on hearing and balance is essential for modern audiologic practice. This course provides a practical overview of pharmacology with emphasis on drugs that may cause or contribute to ototoxicity. Participants will explore core concepts including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, receptors, drug development and regulatory oversight. Through an evidence-based lens, the course examines medications and drug classes with known or suspected ototoxic effects, their mechanisms of action, contraindications and interactions. Learners will develop skills to identify ototoxic risk, counsel patients and apply pharmacologic principles to real-world patient care scenarios through guided discussion.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7113 Conservation of Hearing 1.5 Credit
Protecting hearing health has never been more critical, as rising recreational and occupational noise exposures contribute to increasing rates of auditory dysfunction across all age groups. Grounded in current science and evidence-based practice, this course integrates mechanisms, risks, prevention strategies, diagnostic evaluation and targeted rehabilitation. Special emphasis is placed on leisure noise exposure and musician-focused care. Students will be prepared to implement comprehensive, modern hearing conservation strategies.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7114 Teleaudiology 1.5 Credit
As access to hearing healthcare becomes increasingly vital, teleaudiology is transforming the delivery of audiological services worldwide. This course explores clinical, technological, ethical and regulatory aspects of teleaudiology in both developed and underserved settings. Students will gain critical knowledge of remote assessment tools, service delivery models, patient engagement strategies and implementation challenges. Through case-based learning and practical applications, students will develop the skills to integrate teleaudiology into diverse clinical environments.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7115 Public Health and Audiology 1.5 Credit
Public health creates conditions where people can live healthier, longer and more productive lives. This course equips audiologists with essential public health knowledge and tools to improve patient outcomes beyond the clinic. Through an in-depth exploration of core public health concepts -- epidemiology, prevention, social determinants of health, health equity and health policy -- students will learn to view hearing and balance health challenges through a broader, system-level lens.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7130 Managing an Audiology Practice 1.5 Credit
Effective management of an audiology practice is critical in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare environment, where clinical excellence must be paired with sound business strategy. This course equips students with advanced knowledge and practical skills to lead, operate, and grow successful practices. Emphasis is placed on financial management, regulatory compliance, patient-centered care, marketing, and leadership. Through case studies and applied projects, students will develop the competencies needed to navigate complex organizational challenges, optimize service delivery, and ensure long-term sustainability in diverse audiology practice settings.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 7131 Advanced Seminar in Audiology 1.5 Credit
Advanced seminars are essential for preparing audiologists to navigate rapidly evolving research and complex clinical landscapes. This course examines contemporary topics in audiology, integrating emerging evidence with real-world practice. Through critical analysis of current literature, case-based discussion and scholarly dialog, students will explore the nuances, controversies and contextual factors shaping the field. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced clinical reasoning, research literacy and the ability to translate innovation into patient-centered care.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 811A Basic Workshop: Vestibular Assessment 1.5 Credit
Accurate vestibular assessment is essential for diagnosing dizziness and balance disorders, which affect millions and significantly impact quality of life. This workshop emphasizes standardized assessment protocols, precise test administration techniques and optimization of data quality across clinical settings. Participants will develop hands-on skills in patient positioning, stimulus delivery, artifact recognition and troubleshooting, while strengthening clinical reasoning and interpretation. The course prioritizes methodological rigor and reproducibility, enabling clinicians to perform vestibular evaluation with greater confidence, consistency and diagnostic accuracy.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 811B Intermediate Workshop: Vestibular Assessment 1.5 Credit
Accurate vestibular assessment is essential for differentiating peripheral and central disorders, guiding treatment, and improving outcomes in patients with dizziness and imbalance. This intermediate doctoral-level online workshop emphasizes interpretation, clinical reasoning, and decision-making using recorded data and case materials rather than hands-on testing. Learners will apply current standards, guidelines, and protocols to analyze vestibular findings across modalities, synthesize multi-test results, and develop clear, clinically actionable reports. Through complex case discussions, participants will strengthen diagnostic confidence and refine communication for interdisciplinary care in real-world clinical contexts.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 815A Basic Workshop: Tinnitus and Sound Sensitivity 1.5 Credit
Tinnitus and decreased sound tolerance affect millions and can significantly impair quality of life, yet effective management requires specialized, hands-on clinical skills rarely mastered through didactic learning alone. This workshop emphasizes real-world assessment and rehabilitation using clinical instrumentation, patient interaction, and device-based interventions. Participants will develop competency in audiologic and interdisciplinary approaches, including psychoacoustic measures, counseling frameworks, and sound therapy delivery, preparing them to evaluate and manage patients with tinnitus and sound sensitivity in clinical settings.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
AUB 815B Basic Workshop: Tinnitus and Sound Sensitivity 1.5 Credit
Tinnitus and decreased sound tolerance are increasingly prevalent and clinically complex conditions that demand nuanced, evidence-informed management. Clinicians must move beyond foundational knowledge to develop advanced reasoning, interpretation, and integration skills to support diverse patient presentations. This workshop strengthens participants’ ability to synthesize current standards, critically evaluate clinical data, and make informed decisions in the absence of hands-on tools. Through case-based learning, structured analysis, and guided discussion, participants will refine diagnostic impressions, improve report writing, and navigate multifactorial presentations of tinnitus and sound sensitivity in real-world clinical contexts.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit