The Academy is an on-line self-paced, distance-educational program administered by the Hearing Loss Association of America. This program establishes a set of core knowledge and understanding for individuals who work with, or wish to work with, people affected by hearing loss. Through the Academy, HLAA intends to build accurate, foundational knowledge; increase understanding; improve services; and enhance the professionalism and effectiveness of the many people in diverse professions who provide support services to people with hearing loss and their families.