Certified Professional in Elderly Hearing Aid Devices
Published on June 27, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I am delighted to have Dr. Jane Smith with us, an experienced audiologist and the instructor for the new course, "Certified Professional in Elderly Hearing Aid Devices." Dr. Smith, can you tell us more about this program? GUEST: Absolutely, the CP-EHD course is designed to provide advanced knowledge in geriatric audiology for professionals working with older adults. It focuses on fitting and troubleshooting hearing aids, managing related health conditions, and improving patient communication techniques. HOST: That sounds fascinating. What inspired you to create this course, and how does it address current industry trends? GUEST: As the population ages, there's a growing need for professionals who understand the unique challenges of elderly hearing care. This course addresses the latest trends by teaching best practices in fitting and maintaining hearing aids for elderly patients and managing related conditions like dementia and cognitive impairment. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what are some common issues you've encountered in the field, and how does the CP-EHD course help address them? GUEST: One major challenge is effectively communicating with elderly patients who may have additional health issues affecting their hearing. The course addresses this by providing specialized counseling techniques and strategies for effective patient communication. HOST: That's great to hear. Looking toward the future, how do you see the field of elderly hearing care evolving, and how will the CP-EHD course prepare professionals for these changes? GUEST: The demand for hearing care professionals with expertise in geriatric audiology will continue to grow. By earning the CP-EHD certification, professionals can enhance their career prospects and be at the forefront of improving patient outcomes in elderly hearing healthcare. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you for sharing your insights on the Certified Professional in Elderly Hearing Aid Devices course. We're excited to see the positive impact it will have on the industry and the lives of elderly patients. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm confident that this course will empower professionals to deliver the best possible care for their elderly patients.
