About the program
A specialized field, the focus here is on the diagnosis, treatment, and research of communication disorders, including speech, language, voice, and hearing impairments across all ages. While Audiology focuses on hearing, balance, and related disorders, Speech-Language Pathology addresses disorders in speech, language, and voice production.
About the institute
Established in 2007, Nitte Institute of Speech & Hearing offers Bachelors and Masters programs recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India. Students are trained at the 1200-bed multispecialty Justice K S Hegde Charitable Hospital. Besides this, they are posted to work in reputed Speech - Language Rehabilitation Centres, Hospitals, Hearing Aid Centres, Special Schools for the disabled etc.
Eligibility
Pass in Class 12 with not less than 50% marks in aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Biology, with English as one of the languages of study.The candidate should have completed 17 years of age as on 31st December of the year of admission.
Admission Procedure
Students seeking admission to B.ASLP (Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology) are required to submit the Registration Form available on apply.nitte.edu.inOn receipt of the same, the Admission Section will guide the students with the process of registration and admission. Admission to the above courses is based on merit in the qualifying examination.
Documents required for admission to B.ASLP (Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology)
- Class 10 Marks Card (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Class 12 Marks Card (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Transfer Certificate from the institution last studied (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Conduct Certificate from the institution last studied (Original)
- Migration Certificate from the Board of the institution last studied (Original)
- Eligibility Certificate issued by Nitte University (This will be handled by Nitte)
- Physical Fitness Certificate from a registered medical practitioner (Original)
- Blood Group Certificate (Original)
- Aadhaar card copy of the student
- Photographs: Recent colour photo with white background, of resolution 300-600 dpi - Passport size 5 Nos. (35mm x 45mm) & Stamp size 5 Nos. (20mm x 25mm)
Commencement of Program
The program commences on the date prescribed by the University, generally in August.
Career
Speech & Hearing Clinics | Hearing Aid and Cochlear implant Centers | Special Schools for the disabled | Regular schools | Industrial setups | Government or Private hospitals| Private practice | Academics | Research
