Virtual CAOHC Recertification Course

Presented by Earmark Hearing Conservation

Occupational Hearing Conservationists are trained and credentialed through Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) approved courses. Dr. Wartinger (Course Director #496199) offers high-quality courses with engaging instruction for occupational health professionals who administer audiometric testing as required by OSHA, MSHA, DOD and FRA regulations.

Completion of a CAOHC-approved course, conducted by a CAOHC certified Course Director, does not automatically grant Occupational Hearing Conservation recertification. All students must pass a computer-based 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.

Virtual CAOHC Courses offered by Earmark Hearing Conservation are entirely online with no in-person requirements. Instruction, audiometric practicum, hearing protection device practicum, and examination are all completed through your browser.

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

Technology and connection requirements

• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• Access to a computer for the full duration of course. Laptop or desktop computers are preferred for ease of use. Accessing the course on a mobile phone or tablet will likely result in a reduced quality experience and perhaps limited ability to access the interactive components and the standardized exam.
• Webcam (built-in or external) sufficient for routine video call participation. An active video and microphone connection is a requirement to take the online examination due to the need for effective proctoring. Please discuss technology exceptions with your course director.

Virtual Course Expectations

1. Focus on the course – reduce virtual and real-world distraction
2. Participate fully – unmute your camera as much as possible, and engage in the discussion as though you are in an in-person classroom
3. Respect each other’s time – join on time and promptly after breaks
4. Cut ourselves some slack – virtual learning can be relaxing and enjoyable, just make yourself comfortable and ready to learn

Manuals and Handouts

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

If you requested Printed Course Materials at registration (an $85 option), the below items will be shipped to you prior to the course date.

• CAOHC Manual
• CAOHC Study Guide
• Course Handouts
• Hearing Protection Devices - A selection of devices will be used for the practicum

Note: if you did not request Printed Course Materials, you will be shipped a a selection of Hearing Protection devices and receive access to electronic study materials. There is currently no option to access the CAOHC Manual in electronic format, so we encourage students to bring their past manual and desk references with them to the course.

Otoscope Access

Otoscopic training is required to complete the course. During the course, you will need to have access to an otoscope and a willing individual to serve as a stand-in patient during practicum for a few minutes. If you are concerned you will not have access to an otoscope or another individual, please reach out to your course director for alternative methods to complete this requirement.

Audiometer Access

The Audiometric practicum will be held in a virtual format with a web-based computer audiometer simulator. Access to a physical audiometer is not required during the course.

Continuing Education Credits

Eligible participants in this course will receive 8 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.