Ministerial Standing Committee on Hearing
The Ministerial Standing Committee on Hearing has a broad role and strategic
focus, working with other government departments, non-government organisations,
consumers and others involved in hearing services.
The Standing Committee has a particular role in overseeing hearing services
receiving funding from NSW Health, including:
- Statewide Infant Screening – Hearing (SWISH) program
- Diagnostic audiology services in Area Health Services
- Cochlear Implant program
In developing its role the Standing Committee will:
- Set strategic directions for hearing services in NSW, in consultation with
key interest groups including people with hearing disabilities, members
of the wider community, and health professionals
- Identify gaps in the provision of hearing services whether in particular
sectors of the community or by geographical area
- Identify, consider and advise the NSW Minister for Health on issues relating
to:
- Funding priorities for hearing services
- Quality and appropriateness of hearing services, including the use of
standard, agreed clinical pathways and treatment protocols
- Timely and equitable consumer access to required services, including
for rural residents
- Outcomes of investments in hearing services
- Research, education and training programs
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