Education

The Hearing Loss of Association of America (HLAA) presents the first of four planned OTC 101 – Ask the Experts Webinars in a series providing information about over-the-counter hearing aids,...The Hearing Loss of Association of America (HLAA) presents the first of four planned OTC 101 – Ask the Experts Webinars in a series providing information about over-the-counter hearing aids, a new class of products available directly to consumers since October 2022. Executive Director Barbara Kelley moderated a panel of experts and audiologists from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) responding to audience questions on November 1, 2023. For... Read More >

This HLAA product showcase webinar, held on September 14, 2023 will allow you to learn how MED-EL provides recipients with a uniquely customized cochlear implant experience! Information covered includes MED-EL’s...This HLAA product showcase webinar, held on September 14, 2023 will allow you to learn how MED-EL provides recipients with a uniquely customized cochlear implant experience! Information covered includes MED-EL’s design philosophy and technology, reviewing candidacy criteria for a variety of populations, and sharing exciting innovations that consistently provide more natural sound quality for MED-EL recipients. Laura Cocoran of MED-EL presents. Read More >

Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate. Simply hearing the informational content of words is one thing, but understanding the impact of hearing loss on...Improving Workplace Performance by Understanding How Typically Hearing People Hear and Communicate. Simply hearing the informational content of words is one thing, but understanding the impact of hearing loss on the brain and body is far wider than most people appreciate. In this webinar, Dr. Ruffin shares both science-based and personal recommendations working in a challenging, fast-paced work environment. Read More >

HLAA Showcase Webinar: Hamilton CapTel Solutions for Connecting. Hamilton Mobile™ CapTel® for iOS provides clear, accurate, easy-to-read captions for mobile phone calls for people with hearing loss – wherever you...HLAA Showcase Webinar: Hamilton CapTel Solutions for Connecting. Hamilton Mobile™ CapTel® for iOS provides clear, accurate, easy-to-read captions for mobile phone calls for people with hearing loss – wherever you go! In this webinar, you will learn more about this feature-rich app demonstrated on iPhone devices. Features include customizable captions, Custom Caller ID/Call Forwarding, built-in Voicemail, choice of captioning method, simultaneous viewing of captions on a larger screen, seamless syncing... Read More >

Hearing speech in noisy situations is one of the top auditory difficulties for people with hearing loss, even when wearing hearing aids.  This webinar presented by GN ReSound discusses ways...Hearing speech in noisy situations is one of the top auditory difficulties for people with hearing loss, even when wearing hearing aids.  This webinar presented by GN ReSound discusses ways to address this issue. At GN ReSound, we are always thinking of ways to improve hearing in noise, with upgrades to the technology inside the hearing aid and by leveraging the tech we already use in our everyday lives. This... Read More >

This webinar discusses Starkey’s Evolv AI hearing aids and reviews valuable tools like Fall Alerts, Reminders, and the Wellness Score along with the Thrive Care app that effortlessly connects hearing...This webinar discusses Starkey’s Evolv AI hearing aids and reviews valuable tools like Fall Alerts, Reminders, and the Wellness Score along with the Thrive Care app that effortlessly connects hearing aid wearers and caregivers. Read More >

Hearing loops and telecoils have long been the standard for assistive listening in public locations and have provided great benefits to people with hearing loss. Bluetooth® technology has now introduced...Hearing loops and telecoils have long been the standard for assistive listening in public locations and have provided great benefits to people with hearing loss. Bluetooth® technology has now introduced Auracast™ broadcast audio, a new capability that enables an audio transmitter to broadcast to an unlimited number of nearby Bluetooth if you have the ® in one place, should be in all audio receivers. This new standard will enable public... Read More >

This presentation covers the unique features of MED-EL technology as well as the unique levels of support hearing implant candidates and recipients receive from the hearing implant manufacturer.This presentation covers the unique features of MED-EL technology as well as the unique levels of support hearing implant candidates and recipients receive from the hearing implant manufacturer. Read More >

This webinar by HLAA’s Employment Task Force showed how resource groups foster community and connection, support career development, and further the cause of employees with disabilities or employees with loved...This webinar by HLAA’s Employment Task Force showed how resource groups foster community and connection, support career development, and further the cause of employees with disabilities or employees with loved ones with disabilities. Read More >

The federal government offers people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, opportunities to have a meaningful career in public service. In this webinar, attendees learned about pathways to federal...The federal government offers people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, opportunities to have a meaningful career in public service. In this webinar, attendees learned about pathways to federal service for people with disabilities, strategies for effectively navigating the federal workplace and resources from the Office of Disability Employment Policy. Read More >