The Educational Audiology Association is an international organization of Audiologists and related professionals who deliver a full spectrum of hearing services to all children, particularly those in educational settings.
The mission of the Educational Audiology Association is to act as the primary resource and as an active advocate for its members through its publications and products, continuing educational activities, networking opportunities, and other professional endeavors.
Values Statement
EAA members are our most valued assets, essential participants with a sharedresponsibility in fulfilling our mission.
We recognize that the quality, motivation and performance of EAA members are the key factors in achieving our success. Accordingly, our practices and policies are built on stewardship, integrity, and respect.
STEWARDSHIP - ensuring fiscal responsibility, responding to our members’ needs, empowering volunteers, providing quality benefits and services
INTEGRITY - embodying honesty and dependability, valuing dedication and commitment
RESPECT - promoting collaboration and good will, committing to fair treatment
What Do Educational Audiologists Do?
• Coordinate hearing screening programs
• Provide community awareness about hearing
• Conduct comprehensive hearing evaluations
• Provide management for hearing aids and other assistive devices
• Provide medical and community referrals
• Assist in program placement
• Provide therapy in the areas of speechreading, listening, and hearing aid care
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
• Counsel families about effects of hearing loss
• Provide training to staff
• Educate about noise pollution
• Evaluate educational environment for noise
Public schools are mandated by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to provide the above services
