B.A., B.Ed Spl. Edn. (HI) – ISITEP (HI)

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B.A., B.Ed Spl. Edn. (HI) – ISITEP (HI)

This course is Equivalent to B.A., B.Ed Spl. Edn. (HI)

ISITEP (HI) – Integrated Special and Inclusive Teacher Education Programme for Hearing Impairment, a four-years teacher training initiative launched by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), New Delhi.

What Is ISITEP (HI)?

ISITEP (HI) is a specialized teacher education program designed to prepare educators to teach children with Hearing Impairments (HI) across all school levels—from foundational to secondary. It is part of a broader national initiative to improve inclusive education for children with disabilities.

Institutional Framework

  • Launched by: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
  • Regulated by: Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), a statutory body overseeing professional standards in special education

Program Structure

  • Duration: 4 years [Integrated B.A. B.Ed. Spl. Edn. (HI)]
  • Focus Areas:
    • Foundational Stage: Classes up to Class 2
    • Preparatory Stage: Classes 3–5
    • Middle Stage: Classes 6–8
    • Secondary Stage: Classes 9–12

Curriculum Highlights:

  • Pedagogical training tailored for students with hearing impairments
  • Inclusive education methodologies
  • Practical teaching experience in special education settings

Objectives

  • Equip educators with the skills to support and teach children with hearing impairments
  • Promote inclusive education by integrating special needs students into mainstream classrooms
  • Build a skilled workforce of special educators across India
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  • Duration: 4 years (3 years of coursework + 1 year of internship)

Eligibility:

  • Completion of BIPC or MPC streams
  • Minimum of 50% marks, for SC. ST 45%
  • Clear the Common Entrance Examination conducted by Osmania University
  • Duration: 4 years (3 years of coursework + 1 year of internship)

Career Prospects:

  • Start a private clinic after registration with RCI
  • Work as an Audiologist cum Speech Therapist in hospitals, clinics, and child guidance centres
  • Eligible for competitive exams like UPSC, Banks, State Public Service Exams etc.
  • Pursue Higher Education.