Course Overview
This course is intended to fast-track the industrial audiometric technician (IAT) certification for professionals already registered in the hearing healthcare industry. As such, it is open only to Audiologists and Hearing Instrument Practitioners (HIPs). The course covers topics such as WorkSafeBC noise regulations, hearing conservation, hazardous noise, facility authorization, counselling on industrial hearing evaluations, and hearing protection. In addition, an overview of the WorkSafeBC Hearing Test Submission System (HTS) will be provided. Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible to apply to WorkerSafeBC for IAT certification and will be expected to follow the IAT recertification schedule.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$804.52
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the need for hearing conservation programs and WorkSafeBC regulations
- Understand how to conduct industrial hearing tests
- Counsel workers on hearing test results
- Counsel workers on hearing protection devices
- Maintain facility of testing
Effective as of Fall 2024
Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of OCHS 3355 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 92650
Dates
Jan 15 - Jan 29 Loading
- CRN 92650
- $804.52 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 - Jan 29 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
2 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This is an *** ONLINE *** Distance Education course. Internet access is required. Ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT, as you will receive a confirmation e-mail upon registration. To register into this course, you must be a registered Audiologist or Hearing Aid Practitioner. Please contact Kathy White at kathy_white@bcit.ca to provide proof of your certification. ACCESS: Available on the first day of the term. Login via The Learning Hub at: learn.bcit.ca SPONSORED STUDENTS: www.bcit.ca/admission/tuition-fees/sponsorship/
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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