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Practice Standards & Resources Collaboration & Team RolesA guide to who does what across the team that supports students who are deaf or hard of hearing — educational audiologists, clinical audiologists, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, speech-language pathologists, and school staff. Three Resources to Look at FirstKey Points at a GlanceDifferent Lenses, Same StudentEach professional brings distinct expertise; none of them sees the whole picture alone. Clinical and Educational Are ComplementaryDiagnostic care and classroom access are different jobs that succeed when they are coordinated. Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Speech-Language Pathologists Are Critical PartnersLanguage access, communication strategies, and instruction are shared work. Communication Is the GlueShared notes, regular check-ins, and clear handoffs prevent gaps in support. EAA Position Statements and StandardsPOSITION STATEMENT
Shared Roles of EdAuDs and Clinical AudiologistsWhere the educational and clinical audiologist roles overlap, where they differ, and how to coordinate them. POSITION STATEMENT
Shared Roles of EdAuDs, ToDHHs, and SLPsA team-of-three view of hearing access, language access, and communication. EAA Practical Tools & ResourcesINFOGRAPHIC
A Team Approach to Hearing Assistive TechnologyThe team roles, processes, and warning signs to watch for with hearing assistive technology in schools. EAA Research & EvidenceNo JEPRA articles have been curated for this topic yet. External ResourcesExternal links are informational and not endorsements. EXTERNAL · ASHA
Hearing Loss in Children — Practice PortalASHA's comprehensive resource on screening, assessment, intervention, and team roles. EXTERNAL · AOTB
Clinical vs. Educational AudiologistsA side-by-side comparison of the two roles in practice. EXTERNAL · SUPPORTING SUCCESS
Supporting Success for Children with Hearing LossKaren Anderson's repository of practical materials used by educational audiologists, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, speech-language pathologists, and educators. Stronger Together Aligned teams produce better outcomes for students.When educational audiologists, clinical audiologists, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, speech-language pathologists, and school staff understand each other's roles, students receive coordinated, comprehensive support. Members-Only Discussion In the EAA CommunityOn the EAA listserv, members regularly discuss team collaboration. Recent threads have covered:
Related TopicsIEPs, 504s & School Law ›The legal context that frames team decisions. Student & Family Support ›The human side of the work — counseling, captioning, and partnership with families. Service Delivery Models ›How team setup varies across on-site, remote, hybrid, and contracted models. Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do clinical and educational audiologists coordinate?They coordinate, with permission, by sharing relevant clinical findings and classroom observations. The clinical audiologist is responsible for diagnostic care, and the educational audiologist for school-based access. What's the speech-language pathologist's role for students who are deaf or hard of hearing?Speech-language pathologists work on language, articulation, and communication strategies. Coordinating with the educational audiologist ensures the listening environment matches the speech-language plan. When should a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing be involved?A teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing should be involved for any student whose hearing difference significantly affects language and academics. These teachers provide direct instruction and consultation on access methods. How can I improve team communication?Standing meeting times, shared documentation systems, and a single point person for student updates dramatically reduce gaps and duplication. Have a resource to suggest?Help keep this page current. EAA members are welcome to suggest resources to add. |
