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EAA Position Statements

The Educational Audiology Association develops position statements to guide best practice, inform policy, and advocate for students who are deaf and hard of hearing. Click any statement below to read the full document.

Approved October 2023

Roles and Responsibilities of Educational Audiologists in EHDI and Early Childhood Programs

Promoting early detection and intervention from screening through preschool transition.

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Approved February 2023

Audiology Assistants in Educational Audiology Settings

Roles, tasks, and supervision guidelines for audiology assistants in schools.

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Approved May 2022

Supporting D/HH Students: Shared Roles of Educational Audiologists and Clinical Audiologists

A collaborative framework for comprehensive audiological services.

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Approved October 2021

Hearing Screening Considerations for Children with Significant Disabilities

Guidance for effective hearing screening programs for children (ages 3–21) with additional disabilities.

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Approved August 2019

Educational Audiology Scope of Practice

Areas unique to the practice of audiology in education settings.

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Approved June 2018

Hearing Access Technology

The role of educational audiologists in HAT candidacy, fitting, validation, and management.

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Approved February 2018 Under Review

Over the Counter Hearing Aids

Guidelines to protect students from improper use of OTC hearing devices.

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Approved February 2018

Supporting D/HH Students: Shared Roles of EdAuDs, TODHHs, and SLPs

A checklist of student assurances and team responsibilities across disciplines.

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