Hearing Impairment

Definition
Impairment in hearing, whether permanent or fluctuating that adversely affects an individual’s educational performance but that is not included under the definition of deafness.

Documentation Required
To receive services from EAS, you must provide the following documentation of your hearing disability:

• A copy of your most recent audiological examination, including diagnosis with etiology, degree, type, functional limitations and configuration of loss
• A copy of a recent Individualized Education Plan (IEP), if available

Accommodations
Your accommodations will vary according to your individual needs and the documentation provided. EAS will work with you to determine the accommodations most appropriate for you. . Some of the accommodations you may receive if you are deaf or hard of hearing include:

• Interpreter, real-time captioning, FM system, note taker
• Open or closed-captioned films, use of visual aids