This program also includes some observations of the children in a variety of settings. With no cost to the professionals, it's an opportunity to experience working with parents of hearing-impaired children and to explore current practices in teaching spoken language to deaf children. Graduate Training The Clinic, in association with the University of Southern California, offers a graduate program that leads to a Master's Degree and Deaf and Hard of Hearing Credential. It is an intensive one year program that emphasizes the teaching of young deaf children. This program is certified by the National Council on Education of the Deaf.
Scholarships are also available.
TIES offers teachers of deaf and hard of hearing children six free evening workshops during the academic year. These workshops provide teachers innovative ideas and skills to help their students excel. With outstanding guest speaker as workshop presenters, teachers have the opportunity to develop strategies to meet classroom challenges, build a support network, and exchange ideas over dinner. Continuing Education Units through the University of Southern California are available. Annual summer workshops are available to professionals who are new to cochlear implants.