Description
Fit and tune cochlear implants providing rehabilitation to listening with implant amplification systems.
Alternative labels
adjust cochlear implant
fit cochlear implants
adjust a cochlear implant
adjust implant amplification system
tune cochlear implants
tune cochlear implant
fit cochlear implant
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Adjust cochlear implants is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Audiologist: Audiologists assess, diagnose and treat patients ( children or adults) with audiological and vestibular disorders caused by infectious, genetic, traumatic or degenerative conditions, such as hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, imbalance, hyperacusis and auditory processing difficulties. They can prescribe a hearing aid and have a role in assessing and managing patients who may benefit from cochlear implants.
Optional skill
Adjust cochlear implants is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Adjust cochlear implants – ESCO