Planning Resources

Recursos en Español (Resources Available in Spanish)

• Quick Overview of OAE Screening [PDF]
• OAE Hearing Screening Implementation Checklist [PDF]
• Elements to Consider When Selecting Equipment [PDF]
• Articles summarizing the outcomes of studies examining the feasibility of screening infants and toddlers in Head Start Settings
• Video clips demonstrating and discussing OAE screening
• Sample mini-grant Proposal for Equipment Funds [.doc]
  
• Introduction to the ECHO Initiative Powerpoint [Streaming Video]

Training Resources and Instructional Materials

• Training preparation checklists [PDF]
• Training and Technical Assistance Manual for Audiologists [PDF: 1.5 MB]
• Instructional Guide [PDF: 8 MB]
• Training Video: Getting a Hearing Head Start (4 parts - 35 min. total)
• Training outline and script to be used with the training video [PDF]
• Information for Teachers [PDF]
• Training Workshop evaluation tools [PDF]

Screening Program Implementation Materials

• OAE Screening Protocol [PDF]
• OAE Hearing Screening Form [PDF]
• OAE Overview for HCP's [PDF]
• HCP Referral Letter [.doc]
• Diagnostic Follow-up Form [PDF]
• Letters to parents, health care providers and others introducing OAE screening [.rtf]
• Newsletters on selected topics ... New!
  
  

Monitoring Screening Program Quality

• Screening Skills Checklist [PDF]
• Tracking and Monitoring Tools ... New!
• Monitoring for Program Quality [PDF]

Resources for Children with Hearing Loss

• Checklist: When a child is identified with a hearing loss [PDF]
• Funding hearing aids for children [PDF]
• Recommendations for Teachers and Parents: Accommodating Children with Hearing Loss [PDF]