Resource | 25.01.2023 | By Teresa Quail

3b. Know about other technology for access to sound

Deaf Children and Young People (DCYP) and families

  • are aware of how personal amplification equipment can be connected to other devices through Bluetooth
  • know about different technology in different environments, eg in school, at home, and in the outside world, that links with their personal amplification
  • have knowledge of options available to give access to sound when not using personal amplification, eg soundfield systems
  • know about the technology options that are available through education services such as radio aids, remote mics, iPads, and the potential benefits and challenges of each.

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3c. Engage with audiology services and understand audiological information

3d. Understand aetiology (cause) of deafness

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