Online Conference Program

The online conference will be held live on Saturday 6 August 2022. Online sessions will be made available as recordings unless otherwise specified on the program.

Please note, the online program follows AEST time (ACT/NSW/QLD/TAS/VIC time).

Time (AEST)	CPD Points	Content	Speaker(s)
Saturday 6 August 2022
1015 - 1045	0.5 points	Opening	Lauren Power
1045 - 1130	1 point	The Audiology Landscape InspirED 2022 opens with a comprehensive overview of the role of Australian audiologists in the hearing health care landscape. It explores the purpose of Audiology Australia, the importance of our Code of Conduct and our Scope of Practice and the role of our continuing education program. It will explain the role of a “Qualified Practitioner” in the professional landscape and the current funding models. It will look at the key audiological providers and explore the links across the sector between manufacturers, ENT’s and retail chains. This introduction will help you navigate the challenges of your work environment and balance your professional obligations with the goals of your employer. Above all, it will create a sense of pride in your profession and the excitement of being part of something bigger.	Yetta Abrahams
1130 - 1230	1 point	Early Career Panel: What REALLY Happens After Graduation? Your first job in audiology isn’t as scary as it seems! Or is it? Recent graduates will talk about the challenges of working as an audiologist in the “real world” and answer your questions to prepare for the road ahead.	Khalil Gareebo (facilitator), Liam Hamlyn, Lana Wilson & Rahul Vijaynarayan
1230 - 1330		Break
1330 - 1415	0.75 points	Fundamentals to building rapport with our clients Building rapport and a connection with our clients is a fundamental part of our practice as Audiologists. In order to provide the best possible care for our clients and their families we need to build rapport. During this session you will learn why building rapport is important, how to build rapport with different personality types and how this will benefit your clinical practice.	Nimi Naran
1415 - 1515	1 point	What is the Hearing Services Program (HSP)? Hearing loss impacts on a person’s capacity to communicate and adversely affects their social interactions. For this reason, the Australian Government is committed to improving accessibility of hearing services for the most vulnerable people in society, particularly the elderly. The Hearing Services Program is a service delivery program managed and funded by the Department of Health to meet this goal. The aim of the program is to reduce the impact of hearing loss in the Australian community by providing access to high quality hearing services and devices to eligible people. This presentation will provide an overview of the aims and objectives of program HSP, client eligibility, and the role of Service Providers and Qualified Practitioners (QP’s). It will explore the HSP protocols and procedures and how the program evaluates client outcomes. It will detail why and how audiologists who become QP’s can contribute in a meaningful way to the quality of life of eligible clients and provide a valuable service to the community. The HSP Client Journey This presentation will explore the client’s hearing journey, through the Hearing Services Program. The HSP service delivery model is designed to ensure a positive experience of the journey back to hearing health, including the provision of appropriate hearing devices and aural rehabilitation. As a QP you strive to achieve great client outcomes, but you also need to adhere to the requirements of the program. This means your client engagement translates directly to specific HSP service items. Understanding the differences between a 600, 640 or 800 does matter, because when you ensure correct billing you are contributing to the business where you work and ensuring its viability into the future	Joshua Margach Jacy Fellows
1515 - 1600		Break
1600 - 1700	1 point	Seeking Solutions for SMART COSI Goals Client Oriented Scale of Improvement (COSI) is widely used to help audiologists guide a person-centred decision which provides the best solution for a client’s individual lifestyle and listening needs. This presentation will review the concepts behind SMART COSI goals and why they matter, but also look more broadly at why and how audiologists can actively engage in goal setting, including emotional and less tangible goals. The discussion will cover the role of audiologists in motivating clients to seek a solution which meets their stated needs and the importance of making a recommendation. It will review the concept of a person centred approach which does not leave the client unsupported, but motivates them to seek a solution now and not sometime in the future	Karen Hirschausen
1700 - 1800		Online Networking Activity