Objectives of the MSc SLP program

Students of the M.Sc. (SLP) program will be equipped with knowledge and skills to

• Function as teachers and researchers in institutions of higher learning.
• Diagnose and manage disorders of speech, language, and swallowing across the life span
• Counsel and guide persons with disorders of speech, language, and swallowing, as well as their family members.
• Implement rehabilitation programs for persons with speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• In order to serve as the field's authority on disability certification
• Communicate with experts in related fields and other relevant parties.
• Implement prevention and public education programs
• Undertake advocacy measures on behalf of and for persons with speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Advise the government and other institutions on legal and policy issues related to people with communication disorders
• The goal is to establish and manage institutions in the field.

MASLP Admission Eligibility Criteria

• The Rehabilitation Council of India recognizes candidates with a BASLP/B.Sc. (Speech & Hearing) degree from any recognized university, provided they achieve a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
• Relaxations in the qualifying marks for designated categories of students shall be as per the rules and regulations of the respective universities, states, union territories, or the central government.
• No age bar

FAQs

1. Why choose a MASLP course?

MASLP provides students with a variety of benefits, such as a competitive salary and an exciting employment profile. Here are some of the benefits that make MASLP a worthwhile choice:

• Popular: MASLP is rapidly expanding worldwide and is regarded as one of the best careers available.
• After completing this course, you will be able to work in settings like special schools, hospitals, research centers, community clinics, rehabilitation clinics, nursing care facilities, government organizations, regular schools, and centers for the disabled.
• Interesting job profiles: Employment opportunities include roles such as audiologist, speech therapist, language therapist, consulting speech and language therapist, teacher/professor, and research officer.
• Future prospects: Higher education opportunities, such as a PhD or an MPhil in the same specialization, are also available.

2. What is the admission process for MASLP?

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3. What is the eligibility for enrollment to MASLP?

A candidate seeking admission to MASLP should meet the following eligibility criteria:

Candidates having a graduation degree in BASLP, B.Sc. (SP & HG), or B.Sc. (HLS) from a recognized institute are eligible to apply. The candidate must have at least 50% in their graduating degree. SC/ST aspirants must have 45% aggregate marks

4. What are the career opportunities after completing the MSc. SLP program?

Graduates of the MSc. SLP program can pursue a wide range of career paths, including:

• Speech-language pathologist in hospitals, clinics, schools, and rehabilitation centers.
• Teacher and researcher in institutions of higher learning.
• Disability certification authority.
• Public educator and advocate for individuals with communication disorders.
• Policy advisor to government and institutions.
• Entrepreneur in the field of speech-language pathology.