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• Diploma in Pharmacy
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology
• Diploma in Dialysis Technology
• Diploma in Endoscopy Technology
• Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology
• Diploma in Physiotherapy

D.Pharm – Diploma in Pharmacy

About	Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) is a short-duration course for candidates who want to pursue their career in the field of pharmacy. D.Pharm is the right choice for a student who wants a quick start their career in the field of pharmacy. D.Pharm covers fundamental Pharmacy Education including the application of chemistry in the pharma industry, theoretical & practical concepts of toxicology, pharmacology and biochemistry. The course ensures a student in gaining knowledge about the different chemical salts, their application and uses in medicine.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility required for admissions to any D.Pharm programme is: • Candidates must have passed their 12th standard exam in Science stream. • They must also have secured minimum aggregate marks in Science stream as per criteria mentioned by the Institute/University offering the course. • Most admissions are granted based on the student’s performance in the entrance examination or on the merit depending upon the institution. • Candidates must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admissions.
Entrance Exams	AU AIMEE – Pharmacy, GPAT, WBJEE-Pharmacy, UPSEE-Pharmacy, OJEE-P, MHT CET, RUHS-P, KCET, GUJCET, Goa CET
College Options	Delhi: Jamia Hamdard, DIPSAR Maharashtra: SPPSPTM – Mumbai, Government College of Pharmacy – Karad, Dr D Y Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research – Pune, RC Patel College of Pharmacy – RC Patel Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Government College of Pharmacy – Ratnagiri Tamil Nadu: JSS College of Pharmacy – Nilgiri, Annamalai University – Cuddalore, Erode College of Pharmacy, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute – Chennai Karnataka: Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, JSS College of Pharmacy – Mysore Kerala: Government Medical College – Kozhikode Government Medical College – Thiruvananthapuram Madhya Pradesh: Sri Aurobindo Institute of Pharmacy – Indore, Acropolis Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research – Indore, A and E College of Pharmacy -Samastipur, IGNTU Amarkantak, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam University – Indore, Mittal Institute of Pharmacy – Bhopal, Indore Institute of Pharmacy – Indore Uttar Pradesh: Christian School of Pharmacy – Allahabad, United Institute of Pharmacy – Allahabad, Bundelkhand University – Jhansi, Shambhunath Institute of Pharmacy – Allahabad, Varanasi College of Pharmacy – Varanasi, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Pharmacy – Lucknow, Integral University – Lucknow Gujarat: LM College of Pharmacy – Ahmedabad, BK Modi Government Pharmacy College – Rajkot, Parul Institute of Pharmacy – Vadodara, A-One Pharmacy College – Dasroi, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth – Waghodia, Sharda School of Pharmacy – Gandhinagar Goa: Goa College of Pharmacy – Panaji
Course Curriculum	Year I: Pharmaceutics 1, Pharmaceutical Chemistry 1, Biochemistry Clinical Pathology, Human Anatomy Physiology, Health Education Community Pharmacy Year II: Pharmaceutics 2, Pharmaceutical Chemistry 2, Antibiotics, Hypnotics, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence, Drug Store Business Management, Hospital Clinical Pharmacy
Careers	Pharmacist, Scientific Officer, Medical Transcriptionist, Analytical Chemist, Pathological Lab Scientist, Research Officer

DMLT – Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

About	Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) is a 2 year diploma programme which aims at improving the quality of healthcare system by integrating latest technologies onto it. Students who are interested in investigating and diagnosing the various elements which are related to the prevention and cure of the disease can pursue the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology Course. They get equipped with latest technical skills in the areas of Biochemistry, Pathology Microbiology & Blood Bank and its application in the healthcare delivery system.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility required for admissions to any DMLT programme is: • Candidates must have passed their 12th standard exam in Science stream. • They must also have secured minimum aggregate marks in Science stream as per criteria mentioned by the Institute/University offering the course. • Most admissions are granted based on the student’s performance in the entrance examination or on the merit depending upon the institution. • Candidates must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admissions.
Entrance Exams	Manipal University Entrance Test, Jamia Hamdard Entrance Test, Amity University Entrance Test, AISECT University Entrance Exam, NEET
College Options	Delhi: Aditya Institute of Technology, AIIPPHS University, All India Institute of Local Self Government – AIILSG New Delhi, Baba Hari Dass College of Pharmacy and Technology, Delhi Institute of Paramedical Technology, Delhi Institute of Technology and Paramedical Sciences Maharashtra: Maharashtra University of Health Sciences – Maharashtra, DDMLTC-Dhanvantari D M L T College, TNMC-Topiwala National Medical College, Medical College Pune Tamil Nadu: Government Medical College Omandurar Government Estate, Meenakshi Ramaswamy Arts and Science College, Christian Medical College, Government Chengalpattu Medical College, SHC-Sacred Heart College Vellore Karnataka: Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute – Bangalore, K.V.G. Medical College & Hospital – Sullia Kerala: Westfort Institute of Paramedical Science (WIMS) – Thrissur, Government T.D. Medical College – Alappuzha Andhra Pradesh: Maharajah Institute of Medical Sciences – Vizianagaram, NRI Medical College – Guntur Uttar Pradesh: Sharda University – Noida, King George’s Medical University – Lucknow Punjab: Aadarsh Para Medical College, Adesh Para Medical College, Adesh University, Anand Institute of Medical Science, Apex International College Rajasthan: Jaipur National University – Jaipur, Madhav University – Rajasthan, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College – Ajmer, Teerthanker Mahaveer University
Course Curriculum	Semester I: Human Anatomy, Fundamentals of MLT, Basics of clinical Biochemistry, Basic Human Science, English Communication, Professional Activities Semester II: Human Physiology, Basic Pathology, Fundamental Biochemistry, Microbial Instrumentation, Information and Communication Technology, Community Development Semester III: Human Physiology II, Clinical Hematology, Metabolic and Technical Biochemistry, Technical Microbiology, Community Development Activities II Semester IV: Histopathological Techniques, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Microbiology, Clinical Pathology, Pathology Lab
Careers	Lab Technician, Laboratory Assistant, Medical Coder, Phlebotomist, Clinical Operator

DCVT – Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology

About	Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology (DCVT) is a 2 year full-time undergraduate course consisting of 4 semesters. The cardiovascular technologist assist the physician in invasive procedures such as cardiac catheterization. They aid in the prompt diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the heart and the blood vessels and maintain the health of the heart in terminally ill patients. They should have good knowledge in operating the different equipment used in cardiovascular technology.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility criteria to get admission in Diploma Cardiovascular technology is: • Candidates should have completed 10+ 2 in science stream (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) or its equivalent from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate score of 50% at the 10 +2 examinations. • Students who have taken a vocational stream of education should have compulsorily completed bridge course in physics, chemistry, and biology. Some of the colleges can institute an entrance examination followed by personal interview and choose the best students for admission. The admission process varies between the colleges.
Entrance Exams	Manipal University Entrance Test, Jamia Hamdard Entrance Test, Amity University Entrance Test, AISECT University Entrance Exam, NEET
College Options	Pariyaram Medical College(Academy of Medical Sciences), Kerala Westfort Institute of Paramedical Science (WIMS), Kerala MES Academy of Medical Science, Kerala Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College – JLN, Rajasthan
Careers	Lecturer, Cardiologist, Junior Resident (Cardiology), Senior Resident (Cardiology)

DDT – Diploma in Dialysis Technology

About	Diploma in Dialysis Technology (DDT), also known as Diploma in Dialysis Technician is a paramedical course aimed at training students in operating Dialysis machines and others.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility criteria to get admission in Diploma Cardiovascular technology is: • Candidates should have completed 10+ 2 in science stream (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) or its equivalent from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate score of 50% at the 10 +2 examinations. • Students who have taken a vocational stream of education should have compulsorily completed bridge course in physics, chemistry, and biology. Some of the colleges can institute an entrance examination followed by personal interview and choose the best students for admission. The admission process varies between the colleges.
Entrance Exams	Manipal University Entrance Test, Jamia Hamdard Entrance Test, Amity University Entrance Test, AISECT University Entrance Exam, NEET
College Options	Pariyaram Medical College(Academy of Medical Sciences), Kerala Westfort Institute of Paramedical Science (WIMS), Kerala MES Academy of Medical Science, Kerala Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College – JLN, Rajasthan
Careers	Lecturer, Cardiologist, Junior Resident (Cardiology), Senior Resident (Cardiology)

Diploma in Endoscopy Technology

About	Diploma in Endoscopy is a diploma level course with duration of 2-3 years (varies with institutes). Candidates who have completed this course, you can assist qualified Doctors perform endoscopy procedure; in which an endoscope (a device) is used to examine the interior of a hollow organ or cavity of the body.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility required for admissions to this course is: • Candidates must have passed their 12th standard exam in Science stream. • They must also have secured minimum aggregate marks in Science stream as per criteria mentioned by the Institute/University offering the course. • Most admissions are granted based on the student’s performance in the entrance examination or on the merit depending upon the institution. • Candidates must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admissions.
Entrance Exams	In most colleges, admission to the Diploma in Endoscopy Technology course is done on the basis of candidate’s performance in 12th (merit-based admission). Some of the colleges conduct entrance examinations for admission to the DOT course. Those candidates who qualify the entrance exam will be eligible for counselling process and final selection.
College Options	NIMS University, Jaipur AFMC Pune Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences Government Medical College – Kozhikode Government Medical College – Thiruvananthapuram Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur
Major subjects	Anatomy Physiology Microbiology Basics of endoscopy Patient care Familiarization of endoscopy equipment
Careers	As an endoscopy technician in Hospitals, Clinics and Nursing homes

DOT – Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology

About	Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology (DOT) is a 2 year professional paramedical programme in Medical Nursing that is pursued by candidates who wish to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating patients with eye related problems. Ophthalmic technology helps in finding vision defects, eye examination, corrective surgery, ocular diseases, optics and many more.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility required for admissions to any DPT programme is: • Candidates must have passed their 12th standard exam in Science stream. • They must also have secured minimum aggregate marks in Science stream as per criteria mentioned by the Institute/University offering the course. • Most admissions are granted based on the student’s performance in the entrance examination or on the merit depending upon the institution. • Candidates must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admissions.
Entrance Exams	In most colleges, admission to the Diploma in Ophthalmic Technology course is done on the basis of candidate’s performance in 12th (merit-based admission). Some of the colleges conduct entrance examinations for admission to the DOT course. Those candidates who qualify the entrance exam will be eligible for counselling process and final selection.
College Options	Karnataka: Raja Rajeshwari Medical College and Hospital – Bangalore, SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital – Sattur, Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences – Bellary Gujarat: Parul Institute of Vocational Education – Vadodara Uttar Pradesh: FI College of Nursing – Lucknow Madhya Pradesh: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College and Hospital – Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh Medical Science University – Jabalpur Andhra Pradesh: N.R.I. Medical College – Guntur Uttaranchal: Vananchal Dental College and Hospital – Jharkhand Kerala: Medical Trust College of Paramedical Science – Kochi Tamil Nadu: CSI Kalyani Multispeciality Hospital – Chennai, Vivekanandha Allied Health Science – Tiruchengode Maharashtra: Premlila Vithaldas Polytechnic – Mumbai
Course Curriculum	Basic Human Sciences, Basic Physics of Light, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Basic Pharmacology, Basic Orthoptics, Basic Ocular Sciences, Optometry Practices, Visual Optics, Ocular Diseases and Conditions, Dispensing Optics, Optometry Instruments, Contact Lenses, Community Optometry, Hospital Training
Careers	Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmic Nurse, Ophthalmic Technician, Optometry Assistant and Lab Assistant

DPT – Diploma in Physiotherapy

About	Diploma in Physiotherapy (DPT) is a 2 year professional paramedical programme in Medical Nursing that is pursued by candidates who wish to treat patients with physical disabilities or injuries helping the patients regain physical mobility. Diploma in Physiotherapy aims to produce competent professionals capable of assisting specialists in different medical procedures by dealing with topics such as Physical Rehabilitation, Electrotherapy and other modes of treatment to regain the patient’s mobility.
Eligibility	The minimum eligibility required for admissions to any DPT programme is: • Candidates must have passed their 12th standard exam in Science stream. • They must also have secured minimum aggregate marks in Science stream as per criteria mentioned by the Institute/University offering the course. • Most admissions are granted based on the student’s performance in the entrance examination or on the merit depending upon the institution. • Candidates must have completed 17 years of age at the time of admissions.
Entrance Exams	IPU CET, BCECE, LPUNEST, CPNET, JIPMER, AIIMS, DNB CET
College Options	Tamil Nadu: CMC Vellore, Madras Medical College – Chennai, Royal College of Pharmacy and Paramedical Sciences – Coimbatore, SAH Community College – Tuticorin Karnataka: Goutham College – Bangalore, Karavali College of Physiotherapy – Mangalore Uttar Pradesh: AMU – Aligarh, King’s George Medical University – Lucknow, Era’s Lucknow Medical College and Hospital – Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences – Saifai Punjab: Guru Kashi University – Talwandi Sabo Rajasthan: Jayoti Vidyapeeth Women’s University – Jaipur, University of Technology – Jaipur, OPJS University – Rajgarh
Course Curriculum	Year I: Anatomy & Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology & Pharmacology, Basic of exercise electrotherapy. Year II: Applied Anatomy Medical Surgical Conditions, Relevant medical, Surgical disease
Careers	Physiotherapist, Researcher, Sports Physio Rehabilitator, Lecturer, Therapy Manager

Apart from these, there are various courses in this sector like Diploma in Dental Mechanics, Dental Hygiene, Health Inspector Course, General Medicine and Midwifery, Anesthesia, Rural HealthCare etc.