Audiology, Speech, and Language Services

BC Early Hearing Program
Tests newborn babies' hearing. Recognizing hearing loss early helps to reduce problems and the concerns that most care-givers share.

Audiology
Conducts hearing assessments for children; provides hearing aids (through the Northern Health Authority Regional Hearing Aid Program); provides auditory training equipment; provides swim plugs and ear defenders. 

Speech and Language Program
Conducts screenings, assessments, and monitoring; provides therapy; conducts workshops for parents, child care providers, preschool teachers, and public health nurses. 

Address / Contact Info

Northern Health Terrace Health Unit
3412 Kalum St. Terrace, BCV8G 4T2

Phone Numbers

Phone: (250) 631-4233
Early Hearing (Provincial Office): 1-866-612-2347
Fax: (250) 638-2209

Hours of Operation

Regular hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 AM

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Areas Served

Communities ServedKitimat and Area, Terrace and Area

Service Details

Referral protocolself, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel
Referral criteriaParents and individuals are encouraged to make their own referrals. This can be done by a phone call, a referral form or in person. A referral can also be made by any community service provider with parents' awareness and consent.
Age ranges servedchild 0-12
Languages spokenEnglish

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This program was last updated on: 15 Jul 2020.