This course presents an introduction to the conventional procedures used to perform otoscopy, pure-tone hearing screening, and screening of middle ear function for children and adults. The criteria for initiating medical referrals to primary care, audiology, and/or otology will be provided. Hands-on computer simulation practice along with introduction to the use of actual screening audiometers and tympanometers will be provided. Use of hearing protection devices will be introduced. Issues involving ethics and scope of practice will be addressed.