OHSU

Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Documentation Requirements

Report from an audiologist or otolaryngologist that includes the following:

  • Results of an audiogram showing the degree of hearing loss

  • The type of hearing loss (conductive or sensorineural)

  • Whether the hearing loss is temporary or permanent, and if it is stable or progressive

  • Whether the condition is mitigated by hearing aids or medication

  • A description of the functional limitation(s) caused by the disability

  • Recommendations for reasonable academic accommodations