AHead Simulations
AHead Simulations is dedicated to empowering education in hearing healthcare through innovative simulation technology. They develop and provide the CARL platform, a versatile and realistic audiology training tool, designed for clinicians, educators, and device manufacturers. Their mission is to create impactful change in hearing healthcare by offering hands-on, standardized learning experiences that support the entire hearing health workflow. Made in Canada, their products are designed with validation, universality, and continuous improvement in mind, aiming to enhance clinical training, research, and patient engagement worldwide.
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Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
AHead Simulations
Products
Audiology simulation manikin — Pro model
Full-featured head-and-torso simulation manikin with integrated eardrum-level microphones, software for audiometry and masking workflows, hearing-loss recording and filtering, and on-device calibration tools to simulate end-to-end clinical workflows.
Audiology simulation manikin — Basic model
Entry-level head-and-torso simulation manikin for hands-on practice of otoscopy, earmold impressions and basic on-ear procedures; supports core educational workflows and uses swappable ear anatomies.
Swappable ear anatomies (ear kits)
Sets of ear anatomies in multiple sizes and materials to simulate different patient anatomies and use cases (real-ear measurement vs. impression-taking), including specific guidance on material compatibility with impression materials.
Mounting systems (desk and floor mounts)
Desk and floor mounting hardware compatible with a VESA-style bracket to secure and position the manikin for tabletop, booth, or mobile workflows.
Carry-on sized transport case
Carry-on compatible transport case with custom foam inserts sized for the manikin and additional ear anatomies to support travel and secure shipping between training locations.
Short-term rental of simulation manikin (Basic model)
Fixed-term (two-week) rental option of the basic simulation manikin for trials, short courses, or temporary program needs to evaluate the platform before purchase.
Audiology simulation manikin — Pro model
Full-featured head-and-torso simulation manikin with integrated eardrum-level microphones, software for audiometry and masking workflows, hearing-loss recording and filtering, and on-device calibration tools to simulate end-to-end clinical workflows.
Audiology simulation manikin — Basic model
Entry-level head-and-torso simulation manikin for hands-on practice of otoscopy, earmold impressions and basic on-ear procedures; supports core educational workflows and uses swappable ear anatomies.
Swappable ear anatomies (ear kits)
Sets of ear anatomies in multiple sizes and materials to simulate different patient anatomies and use cases (real-ear measurement vs. impression-taking), including specific guidance on material compatibility with impression materials.
Mounting systems (desk and floor mounts)
Desk and floor mounting hardware compatible with a VESA-style bracket to secure and position the manikin for tabletop, booth, or mobile workflows.
Carry-on sized transport case
Carry-on compatible transport case with custom foam inserts sized for the manikin and additional ear anatomies to support travel and secure shipping between training locations.
Short-term rental of simulation manikin (Basic model)
Fixed-term (two-week) rental option of the basic simulation manikin for trials, short courses, or temporary program needs to evaluate the platform before purchase.
Services
Curriculum and educator resources
Ready-made lesson plans, competency checklists, case studies, printable guides, and video modules to implement hands-on audiology simulation in training programs.
Technical support, onboarding, and software updates
Onboarding sequences, support documentation and wiki, remote troubleshooting channels, and packaged update files with instructions for applying updates via the included computer or device admin portal.
Consultations and demonstrations
Scheduled demonstrations and consults (remote or on-site) to configure educational implementations, advise on curriculum integration, and plan deployments.
Earmold ordering facilitation via vendor network
Coordination and referrals to an earmold vendor network that maintains ear-anatomy references to facilitate ordering of custom earmolds without requiring new impressions or scans.
Curriculum and educator resources
Ready-made lesson plans, competency checklists, case studies, printable guides, and video modules to implement hands-on audiology simulation in training programs.
Technical support, onboarding, and software updates
Onboarding sequences, support documentation and wiki, remote troubleshooting channels, and packaged update files with instructions for applying updates via the included computer or device admin portal.
Consultations and demonstrations
Scheduled demonstrations and consults (remote or on-site) to configure educational implementations, advise on curriculum integration, and plan deployments.
Earmold ordering facilitation via vendor network
Coordination and referrals to an earmold vendor network that maintains ear-anatomy references to facilitate ordering of custom earmolds without requiring new impressions or scans.
Expertise Areas
- Simulation-based clinical training
- Audiometry and acoustic measurement
- Medical simulation hardware development
- Educational curriculum development for audiology
Key Technologies
- Eardrum-level MEMS microphone sensing
- Anechoic-chamber microphone validation
- Ear-canal transfer-function transforms
- Browser-hosted device UI (on-device web server)