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BASLP — Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology — Step-by-Step Roadmap

Your journey, phase by phase

  1. Phase 1 · Class 11–12 Class 11–12 prerequisites Science with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Maths.
    • Most programmes require Class 12 Science (PCB or PCM) with English.
    • Minimum marks are usually 50%.
    • Good communication and listening skills are essential.
    • Look at institutes recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
    Subjects
    PCB or PCM
  2. Phase 2 · After Class 12 Entrance and admission Institute entrances and CUET-UG.
    • Leading institutes like AIISH Mysuru and others conduct their own admission tests or use CUET-UG scores.
    • Check each institute’s notification for eligibility and dates.
    • Attend counselling and choose an RCI-recognised college.
    • Verify documents and pay fees.
    Routes
    CUET-UG, institute tests
  3. Phase 3 · Year 1–3 Three years of academics Anatomy of speech and hearing, audiology and speech-language pathology.
    • Year 1: Anatomy and Physiology of speech and hearing, Acoustics, Linguistics.
    • Year 2: Audiological Assessment, Speech and Language Disorders, Hearing Aids.
    • Year 3: Voice and Fluency Disorders, Paediatric Audiology, Neurogenic Disorders and Cochlear Implants.
    • Clinical practicum runs alongside theory.
    Years
    3 + internship
  4. Phase 4 · Year 4 One-year clinical internship Supervised clinical work in hospitals and clinics.
    • Assess hearing, fit hearing aids and treat speech and language disorders under supervision.
    • Maintain a clinical logbook.
    • Rotate through audiology, speech therapy, paediatric and adult clinics.
    • Finish the internship before degree award.
    Internship
    12 months
  5. Phase 5 · After internship RCI registration and careers Register with RCI to practise.
    • RCI registration (CRR number) is mandatory to practise in India.
    • Jobs: audiologist, speech-language pathologist, special educator support and hearing-aid specialist.
    • Higher study: MASLP, PhD.
    • Work settings include hospitals, schools and private clinics.
    Registration
    RCI (CRR)

Verify on the official source

Exam dates, fees, paper patterns and eligibility rules are revised by the regulator from time to time. Treat this roadmap as your map, and confirm the current rules on the official site before you register or pay any fee.

Rehabilitation Council of IndiaCUET-UG (NTA) Full Audiology & Speech Therapy career guide