Public and non-government principals, school psychologists and other educational staff can request assistance for a student with diagnosed hearing loss, vision impairment or dual sensory loss through a referral for in-school support services.

SSEN: S is guided by the World Health Organisation definitions of hearing loss and vision impairment, additionally holding a holistic view of child development and the functional impact of the disability.

Please refer to our eligibility guidelines and request assistance (below) as soon as you are advised of a diagnosis. The following information is required to determine eligibility for services:

• an audiogram and accompanying report (for hearing loss).
• an ophthalmologist report or optometrist report (for vision impairment).
• an audiogram and accompanying report, and an ophthalmologist or optometrist report (for dual sensory loss).

SSEN: S educational services for eligible students may include:

• in person or online specialist teachers and support staff.
• in person or online consultation.
• access to relevant resources.
• associated professional learning.
• consultation regarding young children with a diagnosed hearing loss or vision impairment enrolling in kindergarten.

Following your Request for Assistance, SSEN: S will email a reply including a referral form and further details. To progress the referral, the completed referral form and relevant health report/s should then be provided.