Thinking off To Go Medical

Did you ever think MBBS and nursing were the only two courses that would take you into a career in medicine? Wait until you hear the number of courses that are available in this sector apart from the mundane MBBS or BDS.

As hospitals turn into multispeciality hospitals, it calls for more manpower with superior knowledge. Paramedical courses like BSc in anaesthetics, BSc in cardiocare, BSc in respiratory care, BSc in OT technology, BSc in radiotherapy and BSc in Perfusion Technology therefore are in vogue these days.

• PARAMEDICAL COURSES:-


• B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology


• B.Sc. Radiotherapy


• B.Sc Perfusion Technology Anaesthesia Technology


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  ELIGIBILITY:
  
  
  

  The eligibility is usually 10+2 or PUC with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as the main subjects. This is except for BHA where a candidate from any stream (Arts, Science or Commerce) in 10+2 or PUC is eligible. Diploma candidates are also eligible provided they have completed their diploma in the same subject in which they desire to join for the bachelor's course. There is a provision of lateral entry for those who have done a three years' diploma where in they can join the 2nd year for the bachelor's programme.

  
  SUBJECTS TO BE LEARNT :-


• Initially in the first year candidates learn anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology and pathology in most of the courses. When the proceed to the second year they will be studying inn detail about the subject specialty they have selected.


• AVERAGE SALARY:-


• The average salary varies from Rs 6,000-Rs 15,000 depending on the subject specialty and also on the demand and supply position of these candidates from various courses.


• QUALITIES REQUIRED :-


• The personal qualities required include commitment, perseverance, initiative, originality, personal integrity, concern for others, and the ability to communicate.


• ADVANTAGES


• The main advantage of these courses is the employability factor. "These courses are practicaloriented. The moment you graduate, you get a job opportunity. If it's courses like B Sc Science, further studies is a must, and it takes lot of time for recognition," said Dr T N Raghunath, director, Educational Services, Narayana Hrudayalaya.