Dr. Rebecca Henning
Assistant Professor of Audiology
Education:
B.A. 1996 University of Iowa
M.A. 1998 Indiana Univ. - Bloomington
Ph.D. 2003 University of Iowa
Courses and Supervision Responsibilities
ComD 835 Research Methods (3 credits) Critical analysis of research in speech-language pathology and audiology including theoretical support, research design, statistical levels of measurement, methods of reporting research results, and drawing conclusions from the results. Students will be encouraged to pursue research interests during the course.
ComD 836 Pediatric Habilitation/Rehabilitation (3 credits) Study of the principles and techniques of intervention with hearing impaired children, including the selection and fitting of amplification, the effect of hearing impairment on speech perception, production, and language, communication and educational options, and the re/habilitation of communication skills.
ComD 852 Hearing Assessment (2 credits) Diagnostic audiology familiarizes students with the bases, purpose, rationale, and procedures for tests of auditory function. A major focus is examining the available evidence as bases for test selections and realizing the objectives of diagnostic evaluation.
ComD 853 Hearing Assessment Lab (1 credit) Lab experience focusing on performance of basic audiology tests.
ComD 855 Lab: Electroacoustics & Instrument Calibration (1 credit) Laboratory experience in electroacoustics and instrument calibration.
ComD 856 Amplification Systems I (2 credits) Study of the components and electroacoustic characteristics of hearing aids and assistive listening devices, as well as approaches for selecting the devices and verifying their fitting.
ComD 857 Laboratory in Amplification Systems I (1 credit) Testing, fitting, and repairing hearing aids, performing basic hearing aid tests and repairs, proper cerumen removal and ear impression techniques, and using appropriate strategies in fitting. Electroacoustic evaluation and use of probe microphone measures in hearing aid fitting.
ComD 866 Amplification Systems II (2 credits) Strategies for fitting hearing aids, including selection and recommendation, use of prescription gain formulas, and verification of gain. Considerations in geriatric and pediatric hearing aid fitting and ethical issue. Basic techniques in determining patient satisfaction with hearing aids.
ComD 891 Clerkship in Audiology (1 credit) An introductory practicum focusing on the acquisition of beginning skills in both screening and diagnostic audiology and management of hearing loss. It provides initial training in the use of audiometric instruments and software, patient interactions, and reporting procedures.
ComD 892 Clerkship in Audiology (1 credit) The second year of practicum focuses on the physiologic assessment of the vestibular and the peripheral and central auditory systems. It also provides continued development of skills in the assessment of hearing and the implementation of treatment plans across ages.