Trustworthy Hearing Tests for Kids Perth

 Under 3 ½ Years

We generally use behavioural audiometry to test the hearing of children under 3 ½ years. This means we play sounds and observe your child’s response. Children are not required to have any language skills for this type of test. There are two types of behavioural audiometry: 

• Type 1. Behavioural Observation Audiometry (BOA): For children under 6 months old. We look for an age-appropriate behavioural response to sounds.
• Type 2. Visual Reinforcement Orientation Audiometry (VROA): For children aged approximately 6 months to 3 ½ years or those with disabilities. This is suitable for children with good neck control. We condition your child to respond when they hear the sounds played. This allows accurate results for the range of frequencies required for normal speech development.

Due to the specialised equipment required for these tests, our Paediatric Audiologist performs behavioural audiometry only at our hearing clinic in Duncraig.

Over the Age of Approximately 5 Years

We can test their hearing in the sound booth and any of our audiologists can perform this test at any of our hearing clinics in Perth or Geraldton.

How much do hearing tests for kids cost?

You can expect to pay $110-$180 for the test. 

During this assessment, the audiologist will also review the results with the parent or guardian. They will also offer suggestions on next steps and how to effectively manage your child’s hearing loss.

What are the benefits of hearing tests for kids?

Hearing tests for kids are extremely beneficial as they can help you identify and treat any issues with your child’s hearing as quickly and as efficiently as possible. This can help your child avoid speech and processing concerns down the line or, at the very least, mitigate the worst of these concerns.

Testing your child’s hearing can also:

• Help your child hear noises in ranges that they’ve missed
• Remove uncertainty around possible hearing concerns
• Facilitate better social relationships
• Help you catch other health issues

Sometimes, hearing loss can be a symptom of another issue like earwax impaction or more serious concerns like cardiovascular disease or kidney disease. This test can help address these concerns more quickly and effectively.

How long does it take to complete this test on your child?

These tests can generally be completed fairly quickly, though the exact duration depends on the type of test completed though. That said, in general, tests can take anywhere from 10 minutes to one hour.

What is the process for testing the hearing on the kids?

The process will also depend on your child’s age and the exact test that’s performed.

At the conclusion of the test, our audiologist will go over the results with you and send a copy of the results to your doctor or school if needed. We will offer practical advice on how to improve your child’s hearing if they are experiencing hearing loss and also discuss possible hearing loss treatments if required.

Please be aware that sometimes children can become too tired or distracted to complete a full test. We will always do our best to perform a thorough assessment, but the welfare of your child comes first. If we are unable to obtain full results, we may be able to make recommendations based on the results we have obtained, or we may need to continue testing at a later date.

Why choose us?

At Hearing and Audiology, our experienced team of experts has over 35 years of experience providing ongoing support and rehabilitation for those suffering with hearing loss issues.

We also offer:

• State-of-the-art hearing solutions
• Free hearing services to veterans and pensioners
• Accurate diagnostics to precisely diagnose hearing loss issues
• Perfectly fitting hearing aids for comfort and satisfaction
• Personalised services including follow-up care

Call us about your child’s hearing

Once we provide solutions, we won’t leave you hanging. Instead, our team of experts will be available for follow-up appointments and for continued care, depending on how your child’s situation changes and how their hearing progresses.

Overall, Hearing and Audiology can be a lifelong hearing partner for your child and the rest of your loved ones, providing lasting and guaranteed solutions that will help them navigate day-to-day life as smoothly as possible.

For more information about our hearing healthcare services, please call (08) 9388 8003 or book online using our convenient form. We conduct the tests for children at our Perth based clinics, located in Subiaco and Duncraig, as well as at our Geraldton clinic