What is BATOD?

The British Association of Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (BATOD) is the UK’s only professional association dedicated to Qualified Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (QToDs). The Association advocates for the interests of QToDs and the deaf babies, children, and young people it supports, engaging with governments and key agencies at national and regional levels. BATOD provides ongoing professional support through continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, as well as national and regional meetings. These initiatives ensure members have access to current information, resources, and best practice guidance.

BATOD produces a magazine four times per year and a refereed Journal (Deafness and Education International) four times per year. Strong links are maintained between BATOD and the UK governments, as well as voluntary bodies, especially the National Deaf Children’s Society, in order to contribute to policy development in this field.

Assistive Listening Technology Working Group

The Working Group was set up in 2004 and is made up of professionals from Academia, Charities, Education, Health and Industry with specific interest to support children with hearing loss.