North Dakota Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program (ND EHDI)

North Dakota Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program (ND EHDI) Welcome to the North Dakota Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (ND EHDI) program page! Our goal is to focus on all aspects of hearing health.

The ND EHDI program has been in operation since 2000. At that time, there was an increased emphasis placed on universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS). As programs evolved from UNHS into EHDI, an additional emphasis was placed on follow-up efforts thus requiring support for both birth screening and subsequent follow-up activities. This additional focus to reduce loss to documentation/loss to follow-up (LTD/LTF) has brought about the need to enlist additional program partners including audiologists, child health care providers, and early childhood programs while maintaining a strong birth screening program. Following an infant from birth through diagnosis and into early intervention requires ongoing diligence and a system bridging all medical and educational communities.

01/29/2026

Our team is excited to host the 2026 Newborn Screening Conference on April 22, in Bismarck. This in-person conference is for physicians, other health care providers, audiologists, nurses, social workers, midwives, early intervention workers, parents and family support organizations. SAVE THE DATE and check for updates at hhs.nd.gov/newborn-screening/conference. Hope to see you there!

01/27/2026

🧠👂 We’re doing something right… and still missing too many kids.

Nearly 98% of babies in the U.S. have their hearing screened before they ever leave the hospital. That’s a huge public health win. 🙌

But here’s the part that doesn’t get talked about enough →
1 in 4 infants who need follow-up never receive the testing or services they need.

Those early months matter. A lot. They’re the foundation for language, learning, and connection. And when follow-up falls through the cracks, families lose precious time they can’t get back.

This isn’t about parents not caring or professionals not trying.

It’s about how hard the system can be to navigate once the screening is over.

At Supporting Success for Children with Hearing Loss, our work focuses on that missing piece — helping ensure early identification actually leads to:
✔ timely diagnosis
✔ coordinated services
✔ informed professionals
✔ better outcomes for kids

Because screening is only the first step.

Follow-up is where impact really happens.

💬 If this surprises you, say so.
🔁 If this matters to you, please share.
👂 If you work with young children or families, we’d love to hear your thoughts.

01/22/2026
01/22/2026

Tania is also one of our Deaf Mentors in the eastern part of our state! We are so excited to have her! Please join us!

Factors Affecting Timely Intervention for Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Perceptions of Texas Early Intervent...
01/21/2026

Factors Affecting Timely Intervention for Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Perceptions of Texas Early Intervention Providers.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the perceptions and experiences of early childhood intervention (ECI) professionals concerning timely intervention for children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) in Texas. The data for this study was collected through semi-structured, qualitative inte...

01/21/2026

Join Cued Speech New England for online Cue Classes starting January 22nd. Each class is 2/hours per week for 6 weeks. Register today at http://bit.ly/CueClass

01/19/2026

Tania is also one of our Deaf Mentors in the eastern part of our state. We are so excited to have her! Please join us. Share the flyer with your students and their families.

01/17/2026

🚗 Did You Know?

4 out of 5 car seats are used incorrectly.

That means most kids are riding with less protection than parents realize — and that’s scary. 😟

Let’s fix that together. 💙

Join us this for our next Car Seat Checkup Event and make sure your child’s seat is installed safely and correctly.
📅 Wednesday, February 11
🕙 3 PM - 6 PM (By appointment only)
📍 Puklich Chevrolet

Our certified technicians will help you check your car seat, adjust it if needed, and answer any questions all at no cost.

👉 Reserve your spot today using the QR code below or visit:
tinyurl.com/3zyuek3a

Let’s keep our kids safe… because nothing matters more. 💙

01/16/2026

Celebrate 25 Years of the National EHDI Conference With Us! 🎉
The 2026 National EHDI Conference in Jacksonville, FL marks our 25th anniversary—and we want YOU to be part of the celebration!

We’re collecting photos, stories, videos, and memories from the past 25 years to showcase the amazing journey of the EHDI community—past, present, and future.

👉 Share your contributions by January 25, 2026 at https://tinyurl.com/42233mvh
Let’s honor the past, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future of EHDI—together.

From Policy to Practice in Deaf Education: American Sign Language and Spoken English Outcomes of Deaf and Hard of Hearin...
01/14/2026

From Policy to Practice in Deaf Education: American Sign Language and Spoken English Outcomes of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children in Kansas.

Purpose: In the context of the recent expectation for state Early Hearing Detection and Intervention programs to track language milestones of deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) children, we examine how to leverage statewide assessment programs for improving language outcomes of DHH children. We present....

01/14/2026

A strong start begins with support. From food and healthcare to temporary cash and heating assistance, HHS programs are here to help. Turn to Us: Visit applyforhelp.nd.gov and get the support your family needs.

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Minot, ND
58707

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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North Dakota Early Health Detection and Invention Program (ND EHDI)

The ND EHDI program has been in operation since 2000. At that time, there was an increased emphasis placed on universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS). As programs evolved from UNHS into EHDI, an additional emphasis was placed on follow-up efforts thus requiring support for both birth screening and subsequent follow-up activities. This additional focus to reduce loss to documentation/loss to follow-up (LTD/LTF) has brought about the need to enlist additional program partners including audiologists, child health care providers, and early childhood programs while maintaining a strong birth screening program. Following an infant from birth through diagnosis and into early intervention requires ongoing diligence and a system bridging all medical and educational communities. For more information visit us at https://www.ndcpd.org/ehdi/