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Audiology
The Audiology program’s mission is to ensure students have access to optimal hearing and communication support. The Audiology team is able to meet this goal by working alongside teachers, speech therapists, and families to support students’ needs.
Audiology is essential for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing as it provides crucial services for diagnosing, treating, and managing hearing loss to improve quality of life and communication.
Audiology Services
Our comprehensive audiology services are designed to support students who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing in accessing learning through appropriate amplification, assistive technology, and classroom accommodations.
Hearing Assessments
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Comprehensive hearing evaluations
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Audiograms and functional hearing assessments
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Tympanometry and middle ear testing
These assessments help guide individualized recommendations and monitor changes over time.
Audiology Services Offered
● Comprehensive Hearing Assessments
● Audiograms and functional hearing evaluations.
● Tympanometry and middle ear testing.
● Hearing Aid & Cochlear Implant Support
● Equipment repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
● Assistive listening device recommendations.
● Daily monitoring of equipment in the classroom setting
● Classroom Accommodations & Assistive Technology
● FM/DM systems and sound field amplification.
● Captioning services and real-time transcription.
● Custom Earmolds & Hearing Protection
● Creating custom earmolds for personal hearing aids.
● Ear protection for students with residual hearing.
● Family & Staff Education
● Training teachers and families on best practices for communication access.
● Workshops on assistive technology and hearing loss management.
Integration With The Learning Environment
● Collaboration with Teachers to create hearing-friendly classrooms.
● IEP & 504 Plan Support: Ensuring audiology recommendations align with educational goals.
● Monitoring and Adjusting Hearing Devices to ensure optimal performance in learning
settings.
● Support for ASL/English Bilingual Education: How audiology services complement sign language use.
Parent & Community Engagement
Workshops & Training for Parents on hearing devices and communication strategies.
● Resources on Hearing Loss & Deaf Education.
● Support Groups for Families Navigating Hearing Loss.
● Liaison with local hospitals and centers