How to Read a Child's MAP, or the “Ts” and “Cs” of CI

 

This course is designed to provide school personnel with a basic understanding of the measurements that are obtained when programming a child's cochlear implant (CI). It also provides participants with guideline to help determine when a child should return to the center for reprogramming.

This is a Recorded Course which requires either a Windows-based computer or a Mac with speakers/headphones to view. More information available in the FAQs/Help section.

Length: 60 minutes

Cost: Free to View

Course Objectives:

  • Participants will be able to identify the basic parameters of a child’s MAP.
  • Participants will be able to identify the changes in auditory behavior when children are suspected of needing reprogramming.
  • Participants will be able to list basic troubleshooting techniques to rule out equipment related problems that may contribute to changes in performance.

Course Instructor(s):
Barb Buck, Au.D., CCC-A and Amy Popp, Au.D., CCC-A, Clinical Educators, Cochlear Americas