Child Hearing Assessment
Child hearing assessment
Child Assessment
From 6months-30 minutes
- Detailed history of hearing and ear health.
- Pure-tone audiometry.
- Middle-ear function test.
- Speech audiometry (depending on age and development).
- Detailed discussion of results
- Recommendation of appropriate follow-up and/or management (if required).
- Written report back to your referrer, parents and any other 3rd party requested (eg: school).
- A medical referrer is not required.
Child Hearing Assessment
When should you complete a hearing assessment?
Early Childhood (0-3 years)
Hearing is essential for language acquisition. Regular checks during this period help identify hearing issues that might affect speech development and social skills. This is the peak age of ear infections for our children and the most crucial to their speech and development so more frequent checks may be required.
Before Starting School
Preschool hearing assessments ensure that any hearing impairments are addressed before formal education begins, where communication is key to learning.
When Symptoms Appear
If a child shows signs such as delayed speech, inattentiveness, or frequent ear infections, a hearing check is necessary to rule out or address hearing problems.
High-Risk Situations
Children with a family history of hearing loss, premature birth, infections like meningitis, or exposure to loud noises should undergo more frequent evaluations.
Early detection and intervention of hearing issues in children can significantly impact their social, emotional, and educational development.