{"id":524,"date":"2019-05-31T16:16:43","date_gmt":"2019-05-31T16:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.uthscsa.edu\/lsom-otolaryngology\/?page_id=524"},"modified":"2026-09-01T15:26:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T20:26:17","slug":"deaf-education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/otolaryngology\/academics\/deaf-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Deaf Education and Hearing Science"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Welcome<\/h2>\n

The Deaf Education and Hearing Science (DEHS) Program is one of the nation’s few graduate programs that provides intensive training in working with children who are deaf and hard-of-hearing to develop spoken language through the use of residual hearing, high-powered hearing aids, and cochlear implants. <\/span><\/p>\n

Certified teachers for deaf and hard-of-hearing children are in high demand. Every year positions in Texas and across the nation go unfilled because of the lack of qualified professionals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The DEHS Program has received a new grant from the U.S. Department of Education which allows us to provide generous student support, including full scholarships and learning stipends for every student.<\/span><\/p>\n

Deaf Education and Hearing Science Program Overview<\/h2>\n

The UT San Antonio Master’s Degree in Deaf Education and Hearing Science<\/a> is a graduate level course of study designed for students with a background in regular\/special education or communication disorders. Students without an education background must complete pre-requisite work and observation\/service hours to qualify as an applicant.<\/p>\n

Applications can be submitted August 1st through March 5th for the next cohort which begins in May.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The application consists of an online application, a statement of purpose, resume, and three professional letters of recommendation (preferable from individuals that have observed teaching). An interview is also required. Generous scholarships are available.<\/p>\n

The two-year program consists of 45 semester credit hours of course work that includes observations, seminars, and practicum. Practicum assignments are scheduled at Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children<\/a> (a specialized school in San Antonio serving children who are deaf\/hard of hearing from birth through third grade), the Melinda Webb School<\/a> (also known as Texas Hearing Institute, a specialized school in Houston serving children who are deaf\/hard of hearing from birth through kindergarten), and public schools in both areas. Coursework is primarily delivered at Sunshine Cottage and the Texas Hearing Institute. Houston cohorts are admitted bi-annually; a minimum of two Houston students is required for a cohort to be formed and maintained \u00a0Two sign language courses are required as co-requisites and must be completed prior to graduation from the DEHS Program. Sign proficiency is not an objective for the co-requisites but will serve as an orientation to alternate communication modes. Students who successfully complete course requirements must pass a comprehensive examination covering the major components of the program.<\/p>\n

The Master of Deaf Education and Hearing Science is nationally certified by the Council on Education of the Deaf (CED)<\/a>. Students are able to receive CED certification<\/a> upon graduation. Students are also eligible for certification as a teacher of the hearing impaired in the state of Texas<\/a> through examination.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Read more about the Master of Deaf Education and Hearing Science (MDEHS) Program here<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion active_title_color=”#666″ inactive_title_color=”#666″ collapsible_all=”” active_section=”0″ title=”Frequently Asked Questions”][vc_tta_section title=”What is the Deaf Education and Hearing Science (DEHS) Program?” tab_id=”1787849220237-d1bd9fe5-ea32″][vc_column_text]The Deaf Education and Hearing Science (DEHS) Program is a graduate level course of study preparing individuals to teach young children who are deaf\/hard of hearing to listen and speak without sign language.<\/p>\n

Program at a Glance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Field<\/strong><\/td>\nContent<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Degree<\/td>\nMaster of Deaf Education and Hearing Science<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Length<\/td>\n2 years \/ 45 semester credit hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Locations<\/td>\nSan Antonio (Sunshine Cottage) and Houston (Texas Hearing Institute)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Certification<\/td>\nCED national certification; TX teacher-of-the-hearing-impaired eligible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application window<\/td>\nAugust 1 \u2013 March 5, cohort begins in May<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Funding<\/td>\nFull scholarships and stipends available via U.S. Dept. of Education grant<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Program Director<\/td>\nBlane Trautwein, Ed.D, CED<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Who is this master’s program for?” tab_id=”1787849220243-643ed454-c530″][vc_column_text]There are two applicant entry paths:<\/p>\n

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  1. Applicants with earned degrees\/certification in education or special education<\/li>\n
  2. Applicants with earned degrees in communication sciences and disorders.\u00a0 Applicants from this major must complete pre-requisite coursework and complete observation\/service hours.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How long does the program take, and where does coursework happen?” tab_id=”1787849268531-a8721f9f-d7aa”][vc_column_text]Two years, 45 credit hours, primary instruction at Sunshine Cottage (San Antonio) and Texas Hearing Institute (Houston).[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What does the program cost, and what funding is available?” tab_id=”1787849283874-d746b901-71a4″][vc_column_text]Accepted students receive full tuition\/fee coverage plus a one-time stipend of $2,500.00.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What certification do graduates receive?” tab_id=”1787849302499-cf3badc4-f291″][vc_column_text]Texas certification (deaf education) via the TExES Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (181) exam.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When can I apply, and what does the application require?” tab_id=”1787849314704-fd3c522e-cda7″][vc_column_text]Applications are open Aug 1\u2013Mar 5 with cohorts starting in May<\/p>\n

    Application requirements:<\/p>\n