Register to Become A Kentucky Early intervention system (KEIS)-formerly First steps- Service Provider
Let's join forces and change the landscape of early childhood services! Kentucky has a MAJOR shortage of certified teachers of the deaf who are providing services to the birth to age 3 population. This shortage results in many children entering preschool and/or kindergarten without many foundational skills.
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What is KEIS (First Steps)? (Click Here)
Why are you needed? First Steps Policy and Procedure Manual states:
6.7 (2) (a) 1. Child with an Established Risk Condition of Hearing Loss - Children with an Established Risk of hearing loss will have a 5AA completed by a Speech Therapist or a Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TDHH). Preference is given to a TDHH, if available.