Hybrid CAOHC Certification Course

Presented by Earmark Hearing Conservation and Johns Hopkins Bloomburg School of Public Health

Occupational Hearing Conservationists are trained and credentialed through Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) approved courses. The training is essential for occupational health professionals who administer audiometric testing as required by OSHA, MSHA, DOD and FRA regulations. Dr. Wartinger (CAOHC Course Director #496199) leads a unique team-approach training where you will hear from multiple course directors and guest instructors throughout the course. This approach ensures high-quality, engaging instruction which addresses multiple learning styles and modalities.

Participation in a CAOHC-approved course, conducted by a CAOHC certified Course Director, is the first step to obtaining COHC (Occupational Hearing Conservation) recertification. All students must then pass a computer-based standardized examination at the conclusion of the course. An application and fee will be submitted to CAOHC on each student's behalf by Earmark Hearing Conservation. The recertification period is five years.

Hybrid Virtual CAOHC Courses offered by Earmark Hearing Conservation require in-person attendance on the 3rd (last) day for audiometric practicum, hearing protection device practicum, and examination. Day 1 and 2 will be entirely online completed from the comfort of your home or office through your browser.

Agenda:

Day 1: 9 AM to 4 PM Online

Day 2: 9 AM to 4 PM Online

Day 3: 10 AM to 4:30 PM In-Person

Note: Class times are listed in ET (Eastern Time)

Technology and connection requirements

• Computer with reliable internet connection and a functional webcam for day 1 and day 2
• Laptop computer to bring to day 3 for personal use during the examination
• Please discuss technology exceptions with your course director prior to the course.

Course Topics

• Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear
• The Audiometer and Test Environment
• Audiometric Techniques
• Audiogram Referral and Follow-up
• Principles of Noise Analysis and Control
• Hearing Protection Device Fitting and Training
• Otoscopic Inspection
• Federal and State Regulations
• Employee Education and Motivation
• Record Keeping and Recordability

Manuals and Handouts

Many of the course resources and downloads are available online at http://www.earmarkhc.com/caohc-course-resources

Each student will receive access to the official online CAOHC Exam Prep study materials ($20 value)

The following items will be shipped to each participant 1-2 weeks prior to the course date:

• CAOHC Manual 5th edition ($80 value)
• Hearing Protection Devices - A selection of devices to be used during the practicum ($10 value)
• Course Handouts and references (priceless)

Otoscope Access

Otoscopic training is required to complete the course. If you have an otoscope, please plan to bring it to the in-person training day.

Continuing Education Credits

Eligible participants in this course will receive 20 hours of continuing education credits from Earmark Hearing Conservation and the DC Board of Nursing.

We look forward to seeing you in the course!

• Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to admin@earmarkhc.com.
• Full refund* of the course registration fee will be issued for cancellation requests submitted on or earlier than 14 calendar days prior to the course start date. *See exception below for course materials packet.
• For cancellations within 14 calendar days of the course start date, 50% of the course fees are refundable. If the invoice has not yet been paid, your invoice will be updated to 50% of the course fees and payment is requested within 14 calendar days. *See exception below for course materials packet.
• No-shows or significantly late arrivals (>2 hours late on day 1 of 20 hour initial certification courses; >1 hour late to 8 hour recertification courses) will disqualify the student from taking the exam and the course fees are rendered non-refundable. Circumstances should be discussed with the course director and exceptions are at the discretion of Earmark and CAOHC. In these cases, the course materials packet does not need to be returned. If it is returned (see below), Earmark may be able to offer a $115 refund to the original payment method.