The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Establish a positive relationship with the client
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Review client case history and case management plan and explain practice/hearing service administrative procedures to client Completed |
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Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns Completed |
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Clarify and address client's questions and concerns Completed |
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Gain informed consent from clients Completed |
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Identify and meet special needs of client Completed |
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Maintain confidentiality of client information Completed |
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Identify appropriate hearing device/s to meet client's communicative needs
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Identify client's communication needs using information from client history and assessment Completed |
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Develop appropriate goals and plan of action with client aimed at meeting their communication and physical needs and establishing realistic expectations of hearing device/s Completed |
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Inform client of range of intervention options, including current technology and features which would meet their identified needs and any cost implications Completed |
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Actively involve client in decisions regarding their hearing and communication improvement and device selection Completed |
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Document agreed plan of action and services provided Completed |
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Encourage client to consider the process as an exercise in improving their overall communication ability which requires commitment from all participants Completed |
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Prescribe hearing aids
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Determine the style and performance requirements of the hearing aid in consultation with the client and with reference to the client's stated goals, physical capabilities and physiological constraints to achieve a satisfactory rehabilitation outcome Completed |
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Prescribe hearing device/s, including type of ear mould, using one of a range of recognised prescription formulae Completed |
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Take ear impressions
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Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures Completed |
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Identify contraindications to taking ear impressions with otoscopy Completed |
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Make referral to other facilities for assessment and treatment if required Completed |
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Select correct sized otoblocks for use Completed |
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Prepare mould material in accordance with manufacturer's instructions Completed |
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Examine ear impressions for defects and take new impression if defects found Completed |
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Package ear impressions suitably and send to ear mould manufacturer Completed |
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Prepare for dispensing of hearing aid
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Ensure information, including required forms are accessible and ready for use Completed |
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Prepare the environment for hearing aid fitting Completed |
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Ensure equipment and instruments used in the fitting of hearing aids are checked and calibrated ready for use Completed |
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Ensure personal protective equipment is available and used if required Completed |
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Fit hearing aids
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Fit hearing aids in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures and industry best practice Completed |
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Assess occlusion effect and make appropriate modifications to minimise its effects Completed |
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Determine acceptable power output and evaluate in consultation with the client Completed |
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Assess hearing device for acoustic feedback and take action to minimise its effects if needed Completed |
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Assess acoustic performance of hearing aids using appropriate validation technique, in accordance with relevant policies and procedures and client feedback/preference Completed |
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Determine physical comfort of hearing aids and use modification techniques to ensure a comfortable fit if required Completed |
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Instruct client/carer clearly on correct use and care of hearing aids, and maintenance and repair procedures/arrangements Completed |
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Evaluate the success of fitting at follow-up appointment and modify the electroacoustic parameters of hearing aid where appropriate Completed |
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Discuss strategies to achieve the client's goals and advise on hearing/communication tactics and ALDs Completed |
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Follow up client in accordance with industry standards to identify any issues that need to be reviewed Completed |
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Give client the opportunity to voice concerns in relation to hearing aid fitting and address client's concerns Completed |
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Provide relevant materials to client about their device and services available Completed |
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Clean and store equipment
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Clean equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturers' requirements and infection control procedures Completed |
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Store equipment and attachments accordance with organisation policy and procedures Completed |
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Complete and manage documentation
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Complete, present and store reports and documentation in accordance with relevant policies and procedures Completed |
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Make recommendations for further assessment or treatment in accordance with industry standards Completed |
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Note expected short and long term outcomes of hearing aid fitting noted in report Completed |
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Maintain and repair hearing aids
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Check hearing aid and its components manually Completed |
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Conduct acoustic listening check of hearing aid Completed |
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Complete test box measurements as required Completed |
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Conduct minor hearing aid repairs in accordance with industry standards Completed |
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Arrange major hearing aid repairs when required Completed |
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Inform client of the cause of and solution to the device problem and possible ways to overcome this Completed |
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