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1. Enter here for Class Materials
   You're Almost to the Class Materials. Click here to get to the videos, reading lists and transcripts.... . . . keep reading
   
   
2. ALD Training Course Description, Class Information, Dates and Fees
   The ALD Training Program is designed as a 6 week course covering one module each week. You could read all the materials the first week if you had the time, but you'll need to particpate in weekly assignments and discussions. . . . keep reading
   
   
3. Overview of Listening Options if You Wear Hearing Aids w/Telecoils
   If you have a severe hearing loss and wear telecoil-equipped hearing aids, you'll hear better if you wear your hearing aids and use the listening options made specifically for people who use hearing aids. When you connect the FM system to your hearing aids, the FM system isolates the speech sound you want to hear while the hearing aids custom-shape this sound to your specific hearing loss. . . . keep reading
   
   
4. Cordless Phone Considerations
   A cordless phone consists of a wireless handset that communicates to the base station by radio waves. The base station plugs into a standard telephone line jack and uses ac adapter to power the phone. . . . keep reading
   
   
5. All About Induction Loop Systems
   Assistive listening systems transmit sound one of three ways: 1) FM systems that transmit sound from a remote microphone (or PA system) to receivers via FM radio frequency, 2) Infrared systems that transmit sound from a transmitter (emitter) to receivers via infrared light and 3) Induction loop systems that transmit sound from a transmitter directly to hearing aid telecoils via a magnetic induction loop. . . . keep reading
   
   
6. Training Preview Video
   Test that your computer can open and run the videos in the Technical Training series. Do THIS First. Here is a preview video from Module 1 of the ALD . . . keep reading
   
   
7. Becky is blogging...
   To be good at blogging, one must adhere to several guidelines. it requires a different mindset and most of all, it requires committment. My goal is . . . keep reading
   
   
8. What Pages and Features are Available to Visitors?
   We're glad you are here to check out the aldtraining.com website where you have access to everything ALDs. Most of the articles and specialized reports are only available to members of the website. . . . keep reading
   
   
9. Becky's Professional Background
   You may know Becky as an ALD vendor but not be aware of all the other areas in which she is involved. This backgrounder helps describe the different venues and serves as an introduction. . . . keep reading
   
   
10. About Your Trainer
    Basic introduction script for Becky Morris, ALD trainer and distributor. As an assistive device specialist supporting professionals working with people with heairng loss, Becky has developed training workshops... . . . keep reading
    
    
11. Pocketalker Pro Personal Amplifier Product Overview
    The Pocketalker Pro is a small personal amplifier used for one-on-one conversations and TV listening. Personal amplifiers are valuable assistive listening devices. If you have a hearing loss, give them a try. Because they reduce background noise, personal amplifiers help you hear in noisy situations such as automobiles and restaurants. The Pocketalker Pro has a 20dB high frequency boost, 25dB high volume output, and an internal tone and gain control that can be adjusted by your audiologist to match your hearing ability. . . . keep reading
    
    
12. 8 Things To Consider Before Choosing An Alarm Clock
    Every individual who is employed or who is the head of the household may benefit from an alarm clock. We don't ask someone if they can hear the alarm clock. Instead we ask how they wake up in the . . . keep reading
    
    
13. Cell Phones and Cell Phone Listening Options
    Rebecca Morris
    Many people now must be able to use a cell phone on the job. Many people who wear hearing aids have tremendous difficulty using the cell phone with their hearing aids. Sometimes problems are introduced after they receive new hearing aids. There are no easy answers when recommending a cell phone. The subject is complicated by several variables. You can, however, provide valuable information to help educate your clients. . . . keep reading
    
    
14. How to Explain the Silent Call System
    The Silent Call Sidekick System is widely used and easy to set-up. These are the standard components and we'll discuss each item by part number. This . . . keep reading
    
    
15. See What Counselors Say About the Assessment Report
    The Communication Assessment process can be valuable to counselors new to hearing loss issues and experienced counselors who are managing large case loads. Here are some comments from counselors who find the report helpful. . . . keep reading
    
    
16. What to Consider When Choosing a Signaling System
    Common sounds in the house can be difficult to hear even if hearing aids are worn. Using an alerting device makes it easier to know when the doorbell or phone rings. Even if hearing aids are worn, the sounds can be hard to hear. For example, the doorbell chime may be out in the hallway and cannot be heard in the back of the house or upstairs, etc. The TV or the dishwasher can drown out the sound of doorbells and phones. . . . keep reading
    
    
17. T3 Smoke Detector Alarm Pattern
    What is a T3 or temporal pattern smoke detector alarm? And why is it important to understand? . . . keep reading
    
    
18. Paging System Options
    Paging systems for people with hearing loss are a challenge. There are several options available, usually dependent on the area that needs to be covered. . . . keep reading
    
    
19. Our Favorite Cordless Phones
    We understand why people want to use cordless phones, but we do get lots of support questions. Most questions have to do with hearing static on the phone. There is a reason many cordless phones have static and you can find out more in the report "Cordless Phone Considerations". . . . keep reading
    
    
20. FM Microphones
    An appropriate, quality microphone is one of the most important factors when it comes to getting quality sound from any assistive listening device. The old saying "garbage in-garbage out" is certainly true when it comes to microphones. Microphones can be categorized by both their type and internal characteristics. Check out the special report "FM Systems: Extending their Use" in the FM section for more information about these microphones. . . . keep reading
    
    

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