Diploma in Hearing Language and Speech Therapy Audiology and Speech is the study of hearing, speech, balance and related disorders. A person who has completed his course in audiology and speech is known as an audiologist and speech therapist/pathologist. This course involves diagnosing and treating hearing and speech problems and also, counselling people who are differently-abled and lack communication skills. The growing health issues related to hearing, speech and language have increased the prospects of audiologists and speech therapists in the country.
Full-Form | Eligibility | Duration |
Diploma in Hearing Language and Speech Therapy(DHLS) | 50% in 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. At least 45% of marks in each subjects. Candidates age must be 17 years. | 2 years |
Career Options:
• Working as Audiologist/ Speech-Language Pathologist/Assistive Technology Specialist/ Clinical Supervisor in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic imaging centers.
• own practice as audiologist/Speach language therapist
• Product specialist, sales executive/ officer with hearing aid, cochlear implants manufacturers
• Teacher & lecturer in educational institutes
• advanced studies in Audiology and Speech Therapy