Part 1: Neurology and Psychology of Tinnitus

Objectives:

• Define and measure the tinnitus condition
• Assess the psychological disposition of the patient
• Determine patient expectations for management

Part 2: Tinnitus Measurement

Objectives:

• Identify red flags that require referral to a physician
• Describe how to measure tinnitus loudness
• Describe how to measure tinnitus pitch
• Define how the measurement of tinnitus can assist with counseling
• Define how the measurement of tinnitus can assist with the fitting of sound therapy devices

Part 3: Tinnitus Therapies

Objectives:

• Define components of tinnitus management plan
• Consider hearing aids, sound therapy, & coping strategies as options for management plan

Part 4: Fundamentals of Tinnitus Counseling

Objectives:

• Determine when to counsel & when to refer
• Discover strategies for evaluating what patients need and want
• Explore four components of qualify of life counseling

Part 5: Nurturing Expectations

Objectives:

• Understand where the patient is at by interpreting their physical and emotional status
• Help patient understand their tinnitus to reduce/eliminate fear and nurture acceptance

Part 6: Group Counseling and Session Demonstration

Objectives:

• Understand where the patient is at by interpreting the physical and emotional status of the patient
• Provide assistance in thoughts & emotions counseling, aural rehabilitation, sleep counseling, concentration, and relaxation exercises
• Demonstrate how to conduct a group counseling session

Part 7: Tinnitus Activities Therapy Protocol

• Thoughts and Emotions
• Hearing and Communication
• Sleep
• Concentration

Part 8: Establishing a Tinnitus Clinic

Objectives:

• Evaluate readiness to provide tinnitus services
• Create a business plan for tinnitus services and weigh potential risks and rewards
• Refer a patient/client to another professional when needed