Are you lacking the knowledge or skills to provide competent ear care?

Well, no longer!

Thousands of compassionate health workers have told us their learning from this course gave them new confidence to deliver excellent ear care

  • In this course you'll learn:

  • to skillfully use an otoscope, no matter your patients age

  • the EME Otoscopy Technique: gain the best view and eliminate the risk of hurting your patients

  • to discuss how to manage ear wax

  • the EME Assessment Method: a step-by-step procedure to diagnose ear conditions accurately

  • to understand ear anatomy and function to improve assessment

  • how to prevent ear problems with proactive strategies

  • how to confidently diagnose and treat ear canal infections and glue ear

  • to interpret tympanograms & audiograms to assess hearing issues

  • to avoid common misjudgments in diagnosing ear disorders

Hi, I'm Theresa

I’m an ear nurse consultant with 30+ years experience

My journey started in 1987 when I first learnt about ear care while using an otoscope in public, occupational and school health settings. I learnt my MicroEarCare skills in a Mobile Ear Van in the mid 90’s.

In 2001, I founded TOLBECS Ear Centre, a nurse-led clinic which helps people from all walks of life with their ear problems.

Time and time again, I've met health workers who haven’t learnt enough about ear care to meet their patient’s needs. Universities, polytechnics and training schools aren’t providing the adequate ear care skills & knowledge that lead to optimal patient outcomes.

Health workers face uncertainty, confusion and frustration when dealing with their patient's who are experiencing ear troubles and concerns.

And that’s how Ears Made Easy was born…

For years, I traveled up and down New Zealand, teaching this course in person.

And now, I’m thrilled to bring this same course Essential Ear Care-OnLine, making it accessible to anyone, anywhere, any device, globally. In just six hours, you can learn the knowledge, practical skills and ear care gems I’ve developed over decades.

Over my time I've been able to teach thousands of frontline health workers how to become confident in providing ear care for their patients

... And now it’s your turn!
I'm in!

Testimonials

What students have said about this course...

Cecilia Worthington NZRN

Angelsea A&E, Hamilton

"Outstanding! I was amazed by how much I learned through the simple, effective language and practical resources.”

Carine Botha, Nurse Practitioner

Radius Rototuna Medical Centre

“I now feel a lot more confident in looking in ears. Theresa’s passion for ears is empowering and I hope to make a difference in applying what I’ve learned today.”

Rebecca Simes NZRN

Registered Nurse

“Ears made Interesting!”

Dr Kalash Deva

GP, Papatoetoe Medical Centre

"Excellent investment of my time. Very good tips"

Barbara Davis, NZRN

Peninsula Medical Centre

"It was so worthwhile I would advise all my colleagues to do this course. It is elementary to good practice and prevention in Primary Health."

Suzanne Croft NZRN

Occupational Health Nurse, Oh Well Ltd

"You don’t know what you don't know until you attend something like this."

Tania O’Driscoll NZRN

Emergency Dept, Wellington Hospital

"Fantastic, could have listened for another whole day. Every health professional should do this course."

Janette Groot NZRN

School Nurse, McAuley High School

"Full, current, in depth and interesting. So much reviewed and great tips to take into any practice."

Jolene Mulgrew NZRN

Morrinsville Medical Centre

“Amazing Course. Definitely recommended to anyone who wants to look in ears with confidence.”

Who is this course for?

Anyone who is, or could be, using an otoscope

Practice Nurses | School Nurses | Nurse Practitioners | Child Health Nurses Doctors | Public Health Nurses | Vision Hearing Technicians | Ear Nurses Audiologists | Community Health Workers | Rest Home Nurses | Pharmacists PHO, Pasifika & Iwi Health Providers | Hospital Staff in A&E, ENT, Admissions Occupational Health Nurses | Receptionists | and many others
That's me! - I'll buy now $374

What you'll get:

Engaging Lessons with a Practical Focus

  • Logical Progression: each lesson builds on the last for a clear and structured learning experience
  • Engaging Learning: lessons are concise and packed with full explanations, resources, photos, videos and diagrams
  • Energetic Presentation: learn from Theresa, who teaches in a lively, common-sense approach, filled with real-life case studies & stories
  • Learn at Your Pace: stop and go functionality lets you complete the course on your own schedule, anywhere, anytime, any device. It takes 6 hours and you’ll have a full month to finish

Bonus Materials

Get more value with exclusive bonus resources:
  • Pre/Post Test: measure your progress at the course completion
  • Best Ear Book List: top recommendations to further your knowledge
  • Colourful Audiogram & Otitis Externa Worksheet: hands-on tools
  • Otoscopy Recording Form: for recording otoscopy results in clinic
  • 10 Common Clinical Misjudgements: avoid mistakes learnt over decades
  • Top Ear Care Tips & Hints: expert tricks of the trade
  • Course Summary Chart & 45-Page Booklet: a comprehensive guide you can reference anytime - no note-taking needed!

Supportive Community

You might choose to join our unique community of learners with:
  • One Month Free Membership: connect with fellow students for advice, encouragement and progress sharing
  • Live Q&A Sessions: get your questions answered directly by Theresa during frequent drop-ins and planned live Q&A sessions
  • Ongoing Support: discuss case studies, your challenges, celebrate wins and stay motivated together
Everything included for $374

EEC - Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome to Essential Ear Care! Information Video

    2. Downloadable Course Resources

    3. A quick 4 question survey please ...

    1. Pinna Intro

    2. Anatomy & Physiology

    3. Congenital Conditions

    4. Trauma

    5. Common Infections

    6. Skin Conditions

    7. Skin Repair

    8. Pinna Exit

    1. Otoscopy Intro

    2. Using The Best Tool

    3. Prepare For Use

    4. Positioning

    5. The EME Manoeuvres

    6. Examination Technique

    7. Otoscopy Exit

    1. Ear Canal Intro

    2. Anatomy & Physiology

    3. Wax Management

    4. Common Conditions

    5. Foreign Bodies

    6. Trauma

    7. Infections

    8. Solving Otitis Externa

    9. Ear Canal Care

    10. Ear Canal Exit

    1. Middle Ear Intro

    2. Anatomy & Physiology

    3. Intricate Assessment

    4. Understanding Tymps

    5. Common Conditions

    6. Otitis Media

    7. Recognising Complications

    8. Middle Ear Care

    9. Practical Otoscopy Videos

    10. Middle Ear Exit

    1. Inner Ear Intro

    2. Anatomy & Physiology

    3. Sound

    4. Hearing Tests

    5. Hearing Loss

    6. Audiograms Explained

    7. Common Conditions

    8. Trauma

    9. Infections

    10. Assessment Questions

    11. Inner Ear Exit

About this course

  • $374.00
  • 52 lessons
  • 6 hours of video content

Why choose this course?

When it comes to ear care training, Essential Ear Care is the most comprehensive course available:

  • We prioritise hands-on practicality compared to lengthy courses that are only full of theory
  • We cover a broad range of topics to fully equip you for comprehensive ear assessments
  • Busy students appreciate our no pre-course or test results requirements
  • We provide you with a detailed workbook - no note-taking needed
  • Download a Certificate of Completion for 6 learning hours
  • Our lessons are easy to understand, practical and fun!

EEC course - specific FAQ's

  • Do I need an otoscope to do this course?

    You don't have to have one with you but practice with an otoscope soon after the course will compliment your learning. During the course we will teach you how to make the right decision if you wish to purchase an otoscope.

  • Do I need to be a registered nurse to do this course?

    No, not at all. Our students cover many work groups; nurses, community health workers, hearing therapists, doctors, audiology receptionists etc.

  • What certificate will I get from doing this course?

    You will receive a personalized Ears Made Easy certificate acknowledging course completion and your learning hours.

  • Will I learn how to do wax removal in this course?

    No. This foundation course is designed to teach the skill of otoscopy and providing basic ear care to the public in community based settings. Although it covers wax management, it does not teach the 'how-to' of wax removal.

  • Will this course be taught live?

    No, this course has been designed for self-paced online learning. For support we suggest you join our student Community (first month free while you complete the course) which includes drop-ins & some live Q&A sessions with the trainer.

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