Virtual CAOHC-Approved Hearing Conservation Course
Course Overview
Description
This -approved course provides instruction in audiometric testing through lecture and practicum experience for occupational health professionals who administer audiometric testing as required by regulations including the OSHA Hearing Conservation Amendment () and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Health Standards for Occupational Noise Exposure .
To attend an online course, each student must have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and a webcam for the duration of the course. Students should plan to attend the course from 8am to 5pm EST on all scheduled days, with the exception of 8am to 12pm EST on the final day of initial Full Certification courses. Individual course agenda and schedules may vary and will be confirmed and communicated to each student prior to the course. The Re-certification course will be held 8am to 5pm EST.
Course Format
Live webinar
This course is for
Occupational health professionals who administer audiometric testing as required by regulations including the OSHA Hearing Conservation Amendment () and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Health Standards for Occupational Noise Exposure .
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
- Federal and State Regulations
- Employee Education and Motivation
- Record Keeping and Recordability
Initial Full Certification Class
20 hours
$685.00
Initial courses include the official CAOHC 5th edition Hearing Conservation Manual textbook, study guide, additional study materials, hearing protection devices, and CAOHC exam fee.
Register below
July 16, 17, and 18, 2025
August 6, 7, and 8, 2025
Re-certification Class
8 hours
$385.00
Re-certification courses include electronic study materials, hearing protection devices, and CAOHC exam fee. The textbook and printed study guide can be purchased as an add-on option.
Register below
July 24, 2025
September 10, 2025
Course FAQ
Course Requirements
To attend an online course, each student must have access to the following equipment:
- Computer with reliable internet connection and a functional webcam
- Otoscope and a willing individual to serve as a stand-in patient during practicum (note: there are several work-arounds if a student is unable to secure an otoscope or patient. Your instructors will discuss this further during the course.)
- Hearing protection devices (note: a packet of devices will be shipped out to each registrant 1-2 weeks prior to the course date.)
- Access to an audiometer is not required during the course due to the use of online simulators. However, many students report benefit from having access to a physical audiometer device for extended hands-on learning.
Certifications and credits
OHC certification: Completion of a CAOHC approved course, conducted by a CAOHC certified Course Director, does not automatically grant Occupational Hearing Conservation certification. All students must pass a computer-based examination at the conclusion of the course. An application and fee must be submitted to CAOHC, who will grant certification for five years.
Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) Contact Hours: 20 credits of CNE approval from the DC Board of Nursing.
What you’ll learn
- Role of the Occupational Hearing Conservationist
- Occupational Hearing Conservation
- Anatomy, Physiology, Diseases of the Ear
- Otoscopic Screening
- Federal and State Regulations
- The Audiometer and Test Environment
- Audiometric Techniques
- Supervised Audiometric Testing
- Audiogram Referral and Follow-up
- Principles of Noise Analysis and Control
- Personal Hearing Protection/ Fitting and Training
- Employee Education and Motivation
- Record Keeping
- Review of Hearing Conservation Programs
- Practicum
- Written Evaluation
Typical course agenda
Initial Certification
- Day 1 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Day 2 9:00 am - 4:00 pm *Access to hearing protection devices between 2 - 3 PM
- Day 3 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
There will be a take home assignment on Day 1 or 2. Day 3 ends with the full certification exam, and students are released at the conclusion of their exam.
Recertification
- One day 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Instructor
Frank Wartinger, Au.D., ABAC
Audiologist / Clinical Specialist
Audiologist / Founder
JHU tuition remission
Full-time Johns Hopkins University faculty, staff, and eligible dependents may enroll under the terms of the Hopkins Tuition Remission Program. Registration requires the original approved submitted with the course registration form. Please send Tuition Remission form and registration directly to Keith Choi at kchoi@jhu.edu for more information.