Hearing Screenings and Assessments

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Free family screening day: Saturday, Oct. 24

Is your child hearing everything they should?

Hearing is how kids follow along in class, pick up new words and join in the conversation at the dinner table. Changes can be easy to miss, especially in young children who don't know to tell you something sounds different.

If you've noticed more "what?" moments lately, a free hearing screening is a simple place to start. And while you're there, you can get your own hearing checked too.

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Where: Corbett Hall, Edmonton, and Augustana Campus, Camrose
  • Who: Free screenings with student speech-language pathologists
  • Good to know: Parking rates apply. If you can, bring a donation for the Campus Food Bank.
Book your family's free screening

A quick check can help identify hearing concerns early

Hearing shapes how we connect with the people around us. It supports conversation, learning, relationships, safety and our ability to take part in everyday life. Because hearing often changes gradually, many people don't notice a difference until it affects how they communicate.

The Corbett Audiology Clinic offers two ways to check your hearing: a free 15-minute screening with our SLP students, or a full diagnostic assessment with our audiologist.

Why get your hearing checked?

Catch changes early. A check can pick up hearing changes you may not have noticed yourself.

Stay connected. Hearing difficulties can make conversations tiring and lead people to step back from activities they enjoy. Addressing concerns early helps you stay involved.

Set a baseline. Your results can serve as a point of comparison if your hearing changes in the future.

Is it time to check your hearing?

Consider booking a screening or assessment if you:

  • often ask people to repeat themselves, or feel like others are mumbling
  • find it hard to follow speech when there's background noise
  • turn up the volume on your TV, phone or other devices
  • notice ringing, buzzing or other sounds in your ears
  • have a history of ear problems or have been exposed to loud noise
  • take medication that may affect hearing
  • are over age 60
  • have noticed any change in your hearing or communication

You don't need to wait until hearing becomes a major problem to have it checked.

Two ways to check your hearing

Not sure which one is right for you? Contact us and we'll help you choose.

Hearing screening

Free · 15 minutes

  • With: Our SLP students, under clinical supervision
  • What happens: You'll answer a few questions about your hearing, then listen for quiet sounds through headphones.
  • Results: Pass or refer. A refer result means a full assessment is recommended.
  • Keep in mind: A screening isn't a diagnosis. If you pass but still have concerns, a full assessment can tell you more.

Full hearing assessment

$50

  • With: A registered audiologist
  • What happens: A comprehensive diagnostic evaluation of your hearing and ear health
  • Results: A detailed explanation of your hearing and a conversation about next steps
  • Best for: A refer result from a screening, ongoing hearing concerns, or symptoms such as ringing, ear pain or dizziness

How to book

  1. Contact us. Email or call to let us know whether you'd like a screening or an assessment, and we'll find a time that works for you.
  2. Complete your intake form. Before your appointment, fill out the adult intake form or, if you're booking for a child, the pediatric intake form. It helps us understand your hearing history and what matters most to you.
  3. Come to your appointment. We're in Corbett Hall, 8205 114 St NW, Edmonton. Get directions
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