Typical accommodations for students with hearing impairments may include: 

• A sign language interpreter
• A note taker
• A tape recorder
• A FM system where the instructor uses a lapel microphone
• Seating near the instructor
• An unobstructed view of the speaker's face and mouth
• Written supplements to oral instructions, assignements, and directions
• Providing handouts in advance
• Repeating questions and comments from other students
• Test accommodations may include: extended time, alternate location, proofreading of essay tests, access to word processor and interpreted directions
• Visual aids when possible, including captioned versions of videos and films
• Supplementation of lectures with written outlines or notes on the board
• Closed-captioning on all multimedia displays (legal requirement)
• Use electronic mail, Fax, or word processor for discussions with the instructor
• Excess noise reduced as much as possible to facilitate communication