Certified Professional Supervisor of the Audiometric Monitoring Program Course (CPS/A)
April 23, 2026 - ACOEM Conference - Chicago, IL
This is a Hybrid Course
On-line: pre-course work is expected to be completed prior to the in-person session
In-Person: April 23, 2026 - 8:00AM – 5:00PM Central Time, in Chicago, IL (Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk)
Register & Obtain Course Materials:
You must complete both steps below to register and obtain course materials!
STEP #1
Start by registering for the course on the ACOEM website. Click here to start registration and scroll down to April 23, 2026. You may register for the CPS/A course without registering for the rest of the conference, just follow the prompts.
STEP #2
After completing step #1, ACOEM will email you an access code that you will need to complete step #2. That code will allow you to register with CAOHC to access your online course materials at no charge.
You will have two options:
- OPTION 1) "Register for the course + PS exam". If you want to certify as a CPS/A (to fulfill regulations, to serve as a legal entity or for professional advancement), take this exam right away. If you add the exam later, you will need to redo any on-line coursework. The cost of the exam is $225 for newly certifying, $175 for re-certifying. You must pass the CPS/A exam to be certified, added to the CAOHC Directory and to use the CPS/A designation. Click here for more information on CPS/A designation and significance.
- OPTION 2) Alternatively, you may "Register for the Course only." This is a good option for those that do not qualify to take the CPS/A exam or just need CMEs. Click here to see the license required to take the CPS/A exam.
- ADDING THE EXAM LATER:
If you have already registered for the "Course Only" and later want to add the exam, just register again for the Course + PS Exam and then email us since we need to manually register you for the course.
Email: mjanzen-holverson@caohc.org subject line: PS 4.23.26 - need to be manually registered for course + exam
CPS/A Course Overview
The Certified Professional Supervisor of the Audiometric Monitoring Program (CPS/A) Course is an intermediate-level, full-day course. It emphasizes the real-world application of audiology expertise as encountered in occupational settings. Lectures review the current literature and practice guidelines. Instructors present employee case studies for participant problem-solving, critical thinking and small-group discussion. Case presentations discuss CPS/A responsibilities, guidelines for managing problem audiograms and determination of work-relatedness.
During course attendance, please be prepared with a fully charged laptop as well as a backup power source.
Time Commitment:
8+ hours of preliminary course work are expected to be completed prior to the start of the in-person instruction.
This course will take a minimum total of 20 hours of work. Please click on the green button "Full Agenda - Time Schedule" for a PDF of course assignments and estimated completion times.
Audience
This workshop is intended for audiologists, physicians (MD, DO) and otolaryngologists who supervise and review audiometric testing from hearing loss prevention (HLP) programs. Other hearing conservation-related professionals are also invited to participate in this course; however, are not eligible to take the certification exam. Participants should have prior understanding of governmental regulations and components of hearing loss prevention programs and interest or experience in making work-related determinations for occupational noise-induced hearing loss.
Course Instructors
Carol Snyderwine, MHA MA CCC-A CPS/A
Raúl Alexander Mirza, DO, MPH, MSc, CPS/A, FACOEM
Cancellation Policy
If registration is cancelled (2 weeks prior to the course) participant will receive a refund of their exam fee (-) a $150.00 processing fee. No refund will be granted for cancellations received after this date, however, the amount can be applied to a future course exam.
Accommodations
Please visit the ACOEM website for hotel information and discount
Continuing Education & Continuing Medical Education:
1) CMEs - from AMEDCO
To claim Continuing Education credits: participants must log into the online course and complete all materials in order to register for CME Credits. Participants are eligible for 21.50 CMEs
Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC)
Certified Professional Supervisor of the Audiometric Monitoring Program & Abbreviated Course
April 23, 2026
Chicago, IL
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and CAOHC. Amedco LLC 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 healthcare team.
Amedco Joint Accreditation #4008163
Physicians (ACCME) Credit Designation
Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 21.50 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
2) CEUs - from AAA
To claim continuing education credits: participants must log into the online course and complete all materials in order to register for credits. Participants are eligible for 1.7 CEUs (17 hours) CEUs from AAA.
The Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation is approved by the American Academy of Audiology to offer Academy CEUs for this activity. The program is worth a maximum of 1.7 CEUs (17 hours). Academy approval of this continuing education activity is based on course content only and does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedure, or adherence of the event to the Academy's Code of Ethics. Any views that are presented are those of the presenter/CE Provider and not necessarily of the American Academy of Audiology.
3) ASHA CEUs American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
To claim continuing education credits: participants must log into the online course and complete all materials in order to register for credits. Participants are eligible for 2.05 ASHA CEUs (20.5 hours) CEUs.
Intermediate Level
2.05 ASHA CEUs (20.5 hours)
Satisfactory completion of this course is necessary for the participant to earn ASHA CEUs for the course.
ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures..