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ForwardHCE Collaborative Auditory and Vestibular Research Network (CAVRN) Hearing Protector Fit Testing: Research to Practice
Hearing protector fit testing (HPFT) is an occupational hearing loss prevention strategy that trains DoD personnel on how to properly insert hearing protectors and ensure they provide adequate protection for their work environment. Currently, more information and guidance are needed to implement HPFT as a routine part of selecting and evaluating hearing protection in the DoD hearing conservation program.
The annual Collaborative Auditory Vestibular Research Network webinar hosted by DHA’s Hearing Center of Excellence focuses on the study and implementation of HPFT in the DoD. It begins with an introduction to HPFT and related policy. Then, military and DoD-funded scientists share detailed information about their recent and ongoing research, including specific outcomes and objectives to support the effective clinical implementation of HPFT per DODI 6055.12. The webinar concludes with an exploration of implementation challenges and goals.
Target Audience
This activity provides continuing education for physicians, physician associates/physician assistants, nurses and audiologists. A certificate of attendance is available for other attendees.
Learning Objectives
- Describe two benefits of hearing protector fit testing.
- Define personal attenuation rating (PAR).
- Describe two ways hearing loss might degrade mission accomplishment for Service members.
- Explain two goals of the HPFT implementation task force.
- Explain the changes to the HPFT requirement published in DODI 6055.12 on November 22, 2023.
- Describe the use of boothless technology in the HPFT process.
- Describe how to incorporate HPFT in the DOD hearing conservation program and evaluate outcomes to improve overall hearing health and readiness.
- Explain the textbook formula for target PAR.
- Describe factors to consider when determining your PAR target.
- Name and briefly describe the purpose of the four DOD HPFT implementation sub-task forces.
- Describe two challenges associated with HPFT implementation within the DOD.
- Describe the two phases of HPFT training developed through the Joint Knowledge Online platform.
Additional Information
Disclosure: DHA J-7 staff, planners, authors, faculty, and content reviewers for this educational activity have no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Laurel Alstot, Au.D.
Amy Blank, Au.D.
Devon Kulinski, Au.D.
Available Credit
- 2.00 AAPA
DHA J-7 CEPO has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 2.00 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until Monday, August 11, 2025 - 11:59pm ET. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
- 2.00 ACCME Non-Physician CME Credit
DHA, J-7, CEPO is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education. ACCME Non-Physician CME Credit providers will be provided a certificate of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. ACCME Non-Physician CME Credit providers may receive a maximum of 2.00 hours for completing this Course activity.
- 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
DHA, J-7, CEPO is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
DHA, J-7, CEPO designated this Course for a maximum of 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 2.00 ANCC
DHA, J-7, CEPO is accredited by the Joint Accreditation/ Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) to provide this Continuing Nursing Education Course for a maximum of 2.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 2.00 ASHA
Course # is ABIT 2507
Introductory Level
0.2 ASHA CEUs
DHA, J-7, CEPO is approved by the Continuing Education board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology, and audiology. ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
- 2.00 Attendance
- 2.00 IPCE
In support of improving patient care, DHA, J-7, CEPO is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the health care team. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 2.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.
Requirements: CE/CME certificates are awarded to participants who fully complete the activity, successfully submit the evaluation survey, and pass the posttest. The deadline to claim credit is Aug 11, 2025.
Access Code: Some activities require an access code to register or claim credit. Please contact the organization providing the activity for the access code. The Continuing Education Program Office (CEPO) does not provide access codes.
Accommodations: Please contact the course instructor to inquire about accommodations. For additional technical support, email [email protected].