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Clinical
The Audiology Externship consists of comprehensive clinical training,
which includes:
- Audiologic evaluations
- Vestibular assessment and therapy
- Auditory electrophysiology
- Hearing aid dispensing
- Adult aural rehabilitation
- Cochlear implants
You will gain experience in the many facets of an active audiology
practice. Close and positive relationships with otolaryngologists
offer a unique learning environment.
Practice Management
During this time, you will acquire a thorough understanding of departmental
philosophy and mission, and skills to identify and solve practice
problems using policy development. You will learn the elements of
performance improvement and participate in the process through departmental
initiatives especially as they relate to patient safety.
Didactic
You will have the opportunity to participate in a monthly teleconference
with audiologists from Mayo Clinic in Rochester as research and
clinical cases are presented.
In addition, a monthly multidisciplinary vestibular conference
allows further education and integration. The Section of Audiology,
in combination with the otolaryngology staff, also meets monthly
for a journal group to discuss current research literature in their
fields of interest.
Grading or Evaluation
Mayo School of Health Sciences uses evaluative tools that include:
- Written examination
- Demonstration of skills
- Self-assessment exercises
- Faculty reviews
Our system of evaluation provides students and faculty with a comprehensive
look at individual performance, allowing students who are experiencing
academic difficulty to be directed to appropriate support resources,
including tutoring programs and counseling opportunities.
Curriculum Enhancements
Mayo School of Health Sciences is committed to developing and maintaining the very best education programs. Changes may be made to the curriculum and other aspects of this program as necessary to assure the highest-quality training.
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