ARSD 24:14:08:05. Audiology services

Audiology services include the following:

(1) Identification of children with auditory impairment, using at-risk criteria and appropriate audiological screening techniques;

(2) Determination of the range, nature, and degree of hearing loss and communication functions by use of audiological evaluation procedures;

(3) Referral for medical and other services necessary for the habilitation or rehabilitation of an infant or toddler with a disability who has an auditory impairment;

(4) Provision of auditory training; aural rehabilitation; speech, reading and listening device orientation, and training; and other services;

(5) Provision of services for prevention of hearing loss; and

(6) Determination of the child's need for individual amplification, including selecting, fitting, and dispensing appropriate listening and vibrotactile devices and evaluating the effectiveness of those devices.