Overview
PGDAVT (Post Graduate Diploma in Auditory Verbal Therapy) is a 1-year postgraduate diploma programme in audiology and speech-language pathology. It covers hearing, speech, language and swallowing disorders.
Course Details
- Level: PG Diploma
- Duration: 1 year
PGDAVT is listed as a 1-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
The qualification and marks prescribed by RCI and the admitting institute. Check the institute's prospectus for the exact requirement.
Admission
Admission is through the institute or university process. RCI does not prescribe one national entrance test; some national institutes and universities run their own entrance tests or merit lists. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
Rehabilitation training programmes need recognition by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). RCI-recognised qualifications let professionals register with the Central Rehabilitation Register (CRR) to practise, and qualifications from institutions that RCI has not recognised are not valid for employment or practice in the rehabilitation field. Check that the institute and programme are on the RCI list before you apply.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers hearing and speech science, diagnostic audiology, speech and language disorders, hearing aids and implants, therapy methods and supervised clinical work.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include hospitals, ENT and speech clinics, hearing-aid centres, schools, early-intervention centres and rehabilitation institutes.
Career Options
Graduates can work as audiologist, speech-language pathologist, hearing-aid professional, early-intervention therapist or researcher. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to a master's degree, a PG diploma such as auditory verbal therapy, a PhD, or clinical and research roles.