Program Overview

CT6200 Communication and Hearing in Paediatric and Adult Populations

Module Fact File

• Code: CT6200
• Duration: 3 day module - March 2026
• Teaching Mode: Part-Time
• Qualifications: CPD Module
• Fees: €1,115
• Closing Date: 05/02/2026
• Venue: Timetable with exact location details in Brookfield Health & Science Complex will be confirmed closer to the date and once registration is complete.
• Credits: 10 Credits
• Start Date: 5th March 2026

Outline

Module Objective

To integrate perspectives affecting hearing-related communication abilities in children and adults, to related disciplines in health and education, using evidence-based research and best practice guidelines.

Module Content

Hearing across the lifespan, in the context of development and adaptation within the following domains: communication, cognition, emotional and social skills.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

• Determine the stages of communicative, socio-emotional and cognitive development in children with and without hearing loss.
• Evaluate from current research findings how a hearing loss can influence development in the areas of spoken language and literacy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of evidence-based assessments used to evaluate the languages of deaf children, including bilingual deaf children.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the cognitive, social and educational challenges for children with and without hearing loss.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effects of late-onset or acquired hearing loss on communication in children and adults.

Practicalities

Mode of delivery to be confirmed for enquiries see contact information. This module can be also be attended for CPD (non-credit bearing) purposes.

Why Choose

Skills and Careers Information

This module can be used towards the British Academy of Audiology (BAA) Higher Training Scheme. UCC is proud to be the only Irish University and one of seven universities to participate in this scheme.

Requirements

The requirements are aligned with the requirements of the MSc Hearing, Balance and Communication Postgraduate Programme.

Fees and Costs

€1,115. There is also a €35 application fee.

How To Apply

To apply for this module, gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate. The full module fee of €1150 will be payable on submission of your application.

Similar Courses

This module can also be taken as a non-credit bearing module.