Paramedical Courses: Building the Backbone of Healthcare Sector

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Updated Post: 07 May 2024

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Paramedical Courses: Building the Backbone of Healthcare Sector

Paramedical services are the services in which paramedic professionals help the Doctors and other medical consultants in specialised areas and facilities to identify the irregularity or disease of patients for better diagnosis, treatment and therapy. 

As we have seen, increasing demand for skilled paramedical professionals has opened up so many career opportunities for young aspirants in India as well as abroad. Paramedical courses are educational programs that prepare students to serve in the healthcare sector as well trained professionals.

Paramedics play the most important role in the healthcare sector in saving the lives of patients in their treatment. Paramedical courses serve as crucial pathways for individuals who are passionate and curious about healthcare to realise their aspirations and make meaningful contributions to the people. Paramedical courses provide deep knowledge and are equipped with all the required skills of various fields in the paramedical health sector.

Paramedical professionals are unsung heroes. Paramedics are not serving us today. It started in ancient times as paramedics were serving after wars and treating war injured. Later an Organisation Red Cross Society Established during World war. Paramedics served even on the war frontline without caring for their own life.

Still today most of the countries have a special Paramedics core to serve Army at war frontline.

There are various types of paramedical courses and here we will discuss all about the paramedical courses and How can you Embark your Career in the Health sector. 

There are Different Types of Paramedical Courses : 

Types of Paramedical Courses

Certificate Courses: Certificate courses are short-term 6 month courses specially focusing on specific skills or specialisations within paramedical fields. There are various certificate courses run by various paramedical colleges and universities.

The Certificate courses are as following:

Certificate Courses

Diploma Courses: Diploma Courses are short-term 2-3 years courses. These courses cover specific regions such as Nursing and midwifery,medical laboratory technology, radiography, dental hygiene, etc. In these courses students are trained and skilled for specific tasks to be performed at various Hospitals, clinics, healthcare etc. some of the diploma courses are as following:

Bachelor's Degree Courses: Bachelor's Courses are 3 years graduate program.These bachelor's degree programs provide students with a solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills relevant to the chosen field you choose. There are so many degree courses some of them are: 

Master's Degree Courses: Postgraduate programs focusing on specialisation in areas such as Master of Physiotherapy, Master of Medical Laboratory Technology, Master Radio Imaging Technology etc. This program provides an advanced education and skills beyond the UG Level. Masters programs develop a deeper understanding and knowledge of the specific fields that open many doors to its students to choose their career in various different fields. There are various Master’s programmes run by the best paramedical colleges in various parts of the country. After completing Undergraduate program one can join a Master's program if one is willing to study and gain more knowledge and skills further. Some of Master’s programs are as follows:

Eligibility criteria:

In these paramedical courses Eligibility criteria varies according to the courses and University as student is willing to pursue his course.

  • For Some certifications programs Eligibility Criteria is 8th passed.
  • For Diploma and bachelor’s degree Programs student must have completed his 12 from any recognized board in Science background.
  • The students who are willing to pursue their masters after any UG programme in science can pursue Master’s and Embark their career. 
  • Some Universities and institutions also conduct Entrance Examination for students which students have to pass. 

Required Essentials for taking admission in any Paramedical courses.

  • Valid email address and Phone number for registration.
  • 4 passport-size photographs of the applicant.
  • Xerox of 10th and 12th classes' results and their certificate certificate. If a diploma candidate then Diploma and other required certificates.
  • Transfer certificate and Character certificate
  • Address proof like Aadhar, Passport, or Voter ID card.
  • Other required documents as per university or Institution.

Career Options and future scope after completing paramedical courses:

There is wide scope of paramedical courses and lot’s of job opportunities in various sectors of medical sector and corporate sector on various designations like in Hospitals and health centres ,clinics, radiology centres, diagnostic labs, pharma companies as Radiologists, lab technicians, OT technicians, Quality analyst, Consultant etc. 

One can also serve in government and defence hospitals and healthcare centers.

These days there are so many job opportunities not only in India but also abroad. 

Conclusion:

A Paramedical course is a specific step to take a step ahead to serve the society in the healthcare sector. These paramedical courses provide all the required medical knowledge and skills. With the help of these courses students are trained as a working professional in the healthcare sector. Graduates of paramedical courses are well equipped with all of the required skills and knowledge to make a difference in people's life and cure them.

Frequently asked questions:

  1. What is paramedical?
    A highly trained personal, who is not a doctor but trained to provide medical facilities and other required medical treatment and diagnosis like Nurses,Radiologists,OT Technicians, Ambulance Drivers etc.
  2. Which course is best in paramedical?
    It depends on your interest and requirements for the course, As if you are willing to have short-term courses like certification courses or Diploma courses. You can also pursue Bachelor’s and Master’s courses if you are willing to get deeper knowledge and skills. It depends on the willingness of candidates to choose courses as per their requirement.
  3. Is paramedical a good career option?
    Yes, It’s a good career option after completing your paramedical course you can apply for any government and private Hospital,clinics, doctor's assistance etc.These days Paramedical students are getting a chance even to work abroad as there is a huge requirement of paramedical Professionals. It is a well paid and respected service in every society. 
  4. What is the expected annual salary of a paramedical in India?
    The average salary varies as per designation and experience but it could be 2.4 Lakh per annum to 3.2 Lakh Per annum.
  5. How can I join any paramedical course after 12th?
    You can check any best paramedical college or government institution. Some Universities also conduct Entrance exams where you can clear and take admission.
  6. Is NEET result required in paramedical course?
    No, NEET result is not required in pursuing paramedical course.
  7. Which paramedical course has the highest salary?
    Master’s in Biotechnology, Is said to be the highest paying service in paramedical as it is highly required in Pharmaceutical companies, food companies and even in the government sector and other Research and Development sector.
  8. Can I join Defence services after paramedical course?
    Yes, You can join Defence services after a Paramedical course.
  9. Can I join Government services after paramedical courses?
    Yes, You can join Government services after a Paramedical course, like Hospitals medical labs and research centres.
  10. What is the expected average annual salary in government services after paramedical courses?
    Paramedical Staff salary in New Delhi is between ₹ 2.4 Lakhs to ₹ 4.2 Lakhs with an average annual salary.
  11. What are Job opportunities in the Corporate sector?
    There are various job opportunities in the corporate sector too like marketing of pharma products and Radiology and medical lab machineries, Content Writer, Research and development, Quality analyst etc. there are many other opportunities in the corporate sector too other than medical sector.
  12. Can I join Pharma companies after paramedical courses?
    Yes, you can join any pharma company after completing your paramedical course and serve there in various designations like in manufacturing of pharmaceutical products, Quality analyst, Marketing etc.