We are offering the following VNG/ENG course in the UK in 2008:

• September 13-15th

Please refer to the brochure for more information.

VNG/ENG Course 2008 brochure - Newbury ( Arlington Arts Centre Mary Hare)

VNG/ENG Course description:

DAY 1 & 2 This two-day course is for audiologists, technicians, physicians, and other healthcare professionals who are involved in performing and interpreting the VNG/ENG test. The course provides practical information necessary to make the VNG/ENG test an effective part of the diagnostic process. We begin at a basic level and proceed systematically through more challenging topics as each step in the administration of the test is discussed in detail, including instructions to the patient, effect of medications on test results, and identifying and recording of disconjugate eye movements.

Learning objectives:

• Perform and analyse the VNG/ENG test accurately and more efficiently

• Identify abnormal findings in different parts of VNG/ENG and describe their clinical significance

• Recognise and avoid common errors and artifacts in VNG/ENG

• Recognise the need for special tests and be able to administer them properly

• Be able to write informative reports and communicate the findings

DAY 3 This course is for audiologists and other healthcare professionals who are familiar with VNG/ ENG testing and wish to gain practical experience with the administration and interpretation of the test. A training DVD containing actual test results will be provided so that the participants can practice analysing and interpreting the test on their own. (Optional hands-on 1-3 p.m.)

Prerequisite: Completing the two-day comprehensive VNG/ENG course or its equivalent.

Learning objectives:

• Gain practical experience in performing, analysing, and interpreting
the VNG/ENG test

• Recognise the clinical utility and significance of bedside/office vestibular
tests and be able to perform them correctly

• Gain practical experience with the diagnosis and treatment of BPPV