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