Hearing Aid Course for Carers
Support Hearing with Confidence in Everyday Care
- CPD-Accredited Training
- Practical, Carer-Focused Learning
- Delivered by Experienced Audiology Professionals
Book Your Course Date
Select your preferred date and equipment package
- Limited Places Available - Maximum 4 delegates per course to ensure personalized attention
Course Overview
This course focuses on the real challenges carers face every day, from communication difficulties to handling and maintaining hearing aids. You will learn how hearing loss affects individuals, how to support them effectively, and how to ensure their hearing devices are used safely and correctly. Whether you are supporting an elderly individual, a family member, or working in a care environment, this training helps you deliver better, more confident care.
Who Is This Course For
Care workers supporting elderly individuals
Residential and nursing home staff
Domiciliary carers
Healthcare assistants
Family members and informal carers
Anyone supporting a hearing aid user
What You'll Learn
Morning Session
Understanding Hearing and Communication-
Basic ear anatomy and how hearing works
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Common ear conditions and their impact
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Earwax and safe use of softening agents
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Types and causes of hearing loss
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How hearing loss affects daily life
Afternoon Session
Hearing Aids and Practical Care-
Introduction to different types of hearing aids
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How hearing aids work
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Daily care and maintenance
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Cleaning and safe handling
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Basic troubleshooting and minor repairs
What You Will Gain from This Course
By the end of the course, you will have:
- A clear understanding of hearing loss and its impact
- Confidence in communicating with hearing-impaired individuals
- Practical knowledge of hearing aid care and maintenance
- Ability to handle common hearing aid issues
- Improved confidence in supporting elderly individuals
- Skills you can apply immediately in care settings
Why Choose Healthcare Professional Institute
At HCPI, we deliver CPD-accredited clinical training designed to build real-world competence, not just theoretical knowledge.
Our courses are led by experienced clinicians and structured around supervised practical learning, ensuring every delegate develops the confidence and clinical judgement required to practise safely.
CPD-accredited and governance-aligned
Real patient supervised training
Small group, hands-on learning
Delivered by experienced audiology professionals
Focused on safety, competence and best practice
Real Patient Practice
Real Patient Practice
Expert Supervision
Expert Supervision
Professional Equipment
Professional Equipment
Learn from an Industry Expert
Harriet Varney
Business Development Manager & Clinical Lead
As Clinical Lead, she brings practical insight, structured teaching, and a strong emphasis on patient safety into every training session. Harriet is known for her clear instruction, supportive mentoring style, and commitment to maintaining high clinical standards. Her approach ensures delegates leave not only certified, but clinically confident and ready to practise.
Harriet Varney
Business Development Manager & Clinical Lead
As Clinical Lead, she brings practical insight, structured teaching, and a strong emphasis on patient safety into every training session. Harriet is known for her clear instruction, supportive mentoring style, and commitment to maintaining high clinical standards. Her approach ensures delegates leave not only certified, but clinically confident and ready to practise.
Harriet Varney
Business Development Manager & Clinical Lead
As Clinical Lead, she brings practical insight, structured teaching, and a strong emphasis on patient safety into every training session. Harriet is known for her clear instruction, supportive mentoring style, and commitment to maintaining high clinical standards. Her approach ensures delegates leave not only certified, but clinically confident and ready to practise.
Professional Training Facilities
Train at our dedicated facilities in Hinckley, Leicestershire
Location & Venue
BHHC
BHHC
6 New Buildings
Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE10 1HW
Our training centre and hearing clinic are located within five minutes of each other, allowing a smooth transition from theory to practical application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any medical background to attend this course?
Will I learn how to fix hearing aids?
Is this course suitable for family members?
What certificate will I receive?
Places are limited on each course date
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