Praxis Audiology study plan

Praxis Audiology · Give each week a clear focus.

8 weeks · About 6 hours per week

Week 1

Assessment of Auditory Function

Map the full audiological test battery (pure-tone, speech, immittance, OAEs, ABR) onto a one-page comparison table by what each measures and its limits
Explain in writing how degree, type, and configuration of hearing loss are classified and give one example of each
Work through 20 calculation-style problems converting dB HL, dB SPL, and dB SL and score at least 80%
Define sensitivity, specificity, and false-positive rate and apply them to a screening scenario

Completed test-battery comparison table plus a 20-problem calculation set scored and error-logged

Week 2

Interpret 10 sample audiograms and write a one-paragraph impression for each
Describe the acoustic reflex arc and predict reflex patterns for cochlear vs. retrocochlear pathology
Sequence the steps of a comprehensive audiologic evaluation from case history to counseling
Distinguish screening from diagnostic procedures and state the referral criteria for each

Portfolio of 10 written audiogram interpretations graded against a self-made rubric

Week 3

Compare hearing aid styles, circuitry, and features and match each to a stated patient need
Outline the verification and validation process (real-ear measures, outcome measures) step by step
List candidacy criteria and expected outcomes for cochlear implants and bone-conduction devices
Draft a counseling script for a first-time hearing aid user covering realistic expectations

Device-selection decision matrix plus a written counseling script reviewed against a checklist

Week 4

Summarize the scope of practice and key ethical standards governing audiologists
Explain the roles of licensure, certification, and professional organizations in practice
Describe basic acoustic, anatomic, and physiologic principles underlying hearing and balance
Identify laws and regulations affecting service delivery, including privacy and accessibility requirements

Two-page foundations summary sheet with a 15-question self-quiz answered and scored

Week 5

Classify the major categories of auditory disorder by site of lesion and typical audiometric profile
Describe risk factors and prevention strategies for noise-induced and ototoxic hearing loss
Outline newborn and school-age screening protocols including pass/refer criteria
Explain the audiologist's role in identifying and reporting non-organic or functional hearing loss

Disorder-to-audiogram-profile reference chart covering at least eight conditions

Week 6

Sequence the pediatric assessment protocol from newborn through school age, noting how methods change with development
Explain the rationale and timing of early hearing detection and intervention benchmarks
Describe educational audiology roles including IEP/504 participation and classroom accommodations
Identify amplification and habilitation considerations specific to children

Pediatric timeline and service-delivery flowchart covering birth through age 21

Week 7

Integrate prevention, identification, and management into case-based plans for three patient scenarios
Justify device and treatment recommendations using assessment findings and patient factors
Identify when to refer for medical, otologic, or related services and state the reason
Explain outcome measures used to document benefit and adjust management plans

Three complete written case plans with assessment, diagnosis, recommendation, and follow-up

Week 8

Complete two full-length timed practice exams and record domain-level scores
Re-study the two weakest domains using the error log from prior weeks
Recite key definitions, criteria, and benchmarks from memory across all five domains
Build a one-page exam-day reference sheet of high-yield facts

Score report from two timed practice exams with a written remediation plan for weak areas

Week 2: Can interpret an audiogram and write a defensible impression in under 10 minutes without notes

Week 4: Scores at least 80% on the self-made foundations quiz and can explain scope of practice and key regulations from memory

Week 6: Can verbally walk through the pediatric assessment and intervention timeline for a given age without reference materials

Week 8: Achieves at least 80% on both timed practice exams with no domain below 70%