AAO-HNSF Certificate Program for Otolaryngology Personnel

Component 1: Independent Study Timeline: March 1 through April 24, 2024 (online)

This component will familiarize participants with basic understandings and theory necessary to perform as an OTO Tech. Participants will complete a set of readings and an open book online exam covering the readings.

Component 2: Practicum Timeline: May 3-5, 2024 (In-person)

This component will provide hands-on instruction covering the basic hearing tests conducted by an OTO Tech. During this two and a half-day training session, participants will also gain an understanding of basic vestibular tests. Each skill will be taught around a procedure checklist for performing the skill. Practicum participants will demonstrate their understanding of the component objectives taught. Component 3: Supervised On-the-Job Clinical Experience May 6 through October 10, 2024 (On the job - 6 months to complete) This component will give participants who have completed the Independent Study and Practicum real world experience. Participants will perform the basic hearing skills as an OTO Tech and be evaluated using the skills checklists under the supervision of a licensed physician.

Textbook and Readings 1. OTO Tech Program Scope of Practice 2. HIPPA Tips 3. Principles of Good Medical Record Documentation 4. Article Reprints

Certificate of Completion All participants who successfully complete the Independent Study, Practicum, and On-The-Job Clinical Experience will receive a Certificate of Completion from the AAO-HNSF.

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