10/08/2025
An intersting paper re teenagers / intermediate / high school students with APD published last week.
Conclusions include systematic review of devices - New Zealand APD Guidelines state: “It is recommended that the fitting and verification of RMHAs is always carried out by a qualified audiologist with real ear measurement equipment and functional (behavioural) verification of fittings, and that fittings are reviewed annually.”
The majority of students stated what a hastle it was going to the School office to collect their devices each morning. Ministry of Education funded RMHAs can go home with a student as long as there is an agreement between the principal and parents/whānau. If this is an issues for you / your child - suggest you request a meeting with learning support. MoE have a management plan template on their website than can be used to document the agreement.
