During this long-established masterclass you will have opportunities to interact with a number of established international experts in the fields of tinnitus and hyperacusis and learn from them about theory, good clinical practice and recent research. You will also have an opportunity to discuss your own experience with a range of professionals from different backgrounds.

This 3-day course will take place in person at the Ear Institute on 11-13th Feb 2025 . Days 1 and 2 will focus on tinnitus, hyperacusis and misophonia in adults. Day three will focus on tinnitus, hyperacusis and misophonia in children.

Who this course is for:

• Audiologists
• Hearing therapists
• Clinical psychologists
• Audiovestibular doctors and other health professionals

You should have some experience working with or observing patients with tinnitus and/or hyperacusis. People who are just beginning to work in this area are also very welcome.

If you are taking the assessments to go with this module, you will need to be available to attend a practical exam in person at UCL Ear Institute on Friday 27th Feb. Please note assessments are optional for external delegates; you can choose the assessment or non-assessment rate at time of booking. 

Course contributors

Speakers for days 1 and 2

• Dr Lucy Handscomb, UCL Ear Institute
• Dr Peter Keating, UCL Ear Institute
• Dr Nishay Mehta, UCL Ear Institute
• Dr Laurence McKenna, UCL Ear Institute (Honorary Lecturer)
• Dr Veronica Kennedy, Bolton NHS Trust
• Dr Eldre Beukes, Anglia Ruskin University
• Dr Gladys Sanda, One Welbeck ENT Clinic
• Nikita Patel, Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital
• Dr Florian Vogt, Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital
• Dr Kathryn Fackrell, University of Nottingham
• Dr Jane Gregory, University of Oxford
• Krina Panchal, Krina Panchal Physiotherapy
• Dr Fabrice Bardy, MindEar
• Dr Hannah Howes, Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital, London
• Dr Frederike Muller, Royal National Ear Nose and Throat Hospital, London

Timings

• Wed 11th Feb- 9.45am-4.40pm
• Thu 12th Feb- 9.20am- 4pm
• Fri 13th Feb- 9.20am-3.30pm

Course themes

The course covers a wide range of topics on tinnitus and hyperacusis, including

• The neurophysiology of tinnitus and hyperacusis
• Clinical assessment and management strategies for adults and children
• New developments and current research

These topics will be covered through a mixture of lecture presentations and interactive workshops. Supplementary learning material will be available on the course website.

• Recorded presentations
• Video clips
• Written material (e.g. research papers, links to websites)
• Online Q&A forums

The course is led by Dr Lucy Handscomb, with contributions from several experienced researchers and clinicians from the UK and overseas. All materials will be available via the dedicated course page on UCLExtend.

Learning outcomes

Following this course, you will:

• Be able to describe the theories of tinnitus generation and scientific evidence in terms of neurophysiological mechanisms linked to tinnitus and hyperacusis
• Have knowledge of key current research on tinnitus and hyperacusis Be able to use effective assessment strategies with patients
• Be able to describe a range of therapies for tinnitus and hyperacusis and the differences between them
• Know how to manage hyperacusis and tinnitus in children and special populations

Certificate and accreditation

You’ll receive a certificate of attendance for completion of the masterclass. This masterclass is suitable for British Academy of Audiology Higher Training scheme candidates undertaking the tinnitus and hyperacusis module.

Cost

 £730 without assessments; £1,333 with assessments for the full course.

For direct payments (by card)

Places can be booked by credit/debit card up to 48 hours before the start of the course, subject to availability.

For payments by invoice

To secure a place, a purchase order document must be received within 7 working days of the course start date.

Booking

Book your place – Standard pathway

Book your place – Assessment pathway