Deaf / Hard of Hearing Basics

Understanding what a child who is deaf/hard of hearing needs to fully participate at school, home, and in the community, begins with identifying and supporting their unique needs as early as possible. The following resources provide an overview of causes, evaluation procedures, and services for children who are deaf/hard of hearing.

Understanding Hearing Loss

Learn about how hearing loss occurs when any part of the ear, including the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear, hearing nerve, and auditory system is not functioning.

Causes of Hearing Loss

Gain an understanding of the potential causes of hearing loss and signs that indicate there may be a hearing loss.

Screening and Diagnosis for Hearing Loss

Discover hearing screening requirements, how a hearing screening is conducted, and where you can go to get a screening or a complete evaluation.

Accessing Early Intervention and School-Aged Services and Supports for Students Who Are Deaf / Hard of Hearing

Locate where you can find early intervention and school age services and supports for children who are D/HH in Ohio.

Becoming a Teacher

Experience A Day in the Life of Teachers of the Deaf and Teachers of the Visually Impaired.