Program Overview

CPD25: Cochlear Implants, Implantable Hearing Devices, and Impact on Communication for Children and Adults

Course Overview

The CPD25 course addresses the technological development and clinical applications of implantable hearing devices, including cochlear implants, BAHA, middle ear implants, and brainstem implants, and their impact on deaf children and adults.

Learning Objective

The primary learning objective of this course is to understand the technological development and clinical applications of implantable hearing devices and their impact on deaf children and adults.

Module Content

The module content includes:

• Past and current technological advances
• Assessment and habilitation protocols
• The role of interdisciplinary and interagency working
• The impact of implantation on deaf children and adults with and without complex needs
  • Current technologies including:
    • Cochlear Implants
    • BAHA
    • Middle ear implants
    • Brain-stem implants
    • The principles which underlie them
  • The multidisciplinary assessment and rehabilitation management protocols used for children and adults utilising these technologies in Ireland
  • Referral criteria for Beaumont CI centre and candidacy for cochlear implantation incorporating the multidisciplinary team
  • Outline of surgery for cochlear implantation and associated risks
  • Outcome measures and tools used to determine benefit after implantation
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of these technologies on the communication and listening skills of children and adults

Course Details

• Listing price: 280
• Course format: Self-paced
• Certificate Offered

Mission and Benefits

A mission of the module is to engage a diverse group of allied health, educational, and medical professionals in expanding and progressing their professional capacities in relation to hearing and balance related patient needs. A distinct benefit of the module is the opportunity for networking across the disciplines. The course is scheduled to take place on the 27th-28th of March 2026.