Paramedical Sciences & I.T.I Courses after SSLC (10th)

The medical industry depends on a very large no. of highly skilled personnel - The Paramedics. These are the people required to keep the doctor, the nurse and the cash register busy !. With advancement in medical treatment and demand for diagnosis, automation and new life support systems, paramedics are the most wanted people today. Who is a paramedic ? Paramedic is a professional who undergoes a 2 or 3 year course and becomes an authorized person to work as a technician in a specific area of medical industry. He / she is an integral part of the hospital and becoming one is never less rewarding both in India & Abroad Paramedical Courses after 10th std 1. Diploma Courses The Karnataka State Paramedical Board offers 3year Diploma Course in Paramedical Sciences like

• Medical Lab Technology
• Medical X-Ray Technology
• Medical Records Technology
• Operation Theater Technology
• Dialysis Technology
• Health Inspector
• Opthalmic Technology
• Dental Mechanic
• Dental Hygiene

Note : The diploma course offered for 10th std pass is also offered for those who pass PUC / 12th and join. But for such students the duration is only 2 years. Admission Process : The Karnataka State Paramedical Board issues the Admission Notification in the month of July / August to fill the Government College seats in the four Government Medical colleges - (1) Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore (2) Mysore Medical College, Mysore (3) Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli & (4) Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary as well as the Government Quota Seats in Private Medical Colleges recognized by the Paramedical Board. Selection Process : All candidates who apply are given ranks based on their marks in Science in 10th / 2nd PUC. Central Counselling is held at the Government Nursing College Campus, Victoria Hospital, Bangalore where seats are allotted based on merit in Government and Private Recognized Paramedical Colleges across Karnataka. Seats are reserved for SC, ST, Cat 1, 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B. Fee Structure A Government college seat will cost approximately Rs.3000/- while a Government allotted seat in a private college will cost approximately Rs.7,000/-. The fee structure varies college to college in private colleges. If you miss the Government Counselling then you have to vouch for a Management quota seat which will cost 2-3 times the normal fees. 2. Certificate & Vocational Paramedical Courses 1. Certificate Courses in Nursing Aide Training ; Medical Records Management ; Plaster     Technician ;  Pulmonary Function & Testing and Polysomnography ; EEG / ENMG Technician -     1 year     Offered by St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore - 560034.     Phone : 080-22065000, 22065001. 2.  Certificate Course in Opthalmic Technician - 1 Year      Offered by Bangalore West Lions Eye Hospital, Off. J.C.Road, Bangalore – 560002 for SSLC passouts. The candidates get a stipend of Rs.2000/- per month. 3. Certificate Course in Mould Casting Technology ; Plaster Technician ; OT Scrub Technician ;      Nursing Assistant ; OT Attender ; Ward Attender – 6 months Offered by Hosmat Hospital, # 45/1, Magrath Road, Bangalore – 560025. Phone : 080-25575590, 91. The candidates also get a stipend. Future for Paramedical Students. Paramedical students are placed in jobs even before they complete the Diploma Course. After gaining experience of 2-3 year many candidates do the Diploma course once again but in another specialization. Those who wish to get into higher positions and better pay package will have to do graduation in the chose or related paramedical field. Some of the paramedical courses offered for diploma students (as well as those who complete PUC ) are..

• B.Sc Medical Lab Technology
• B.Sc Medical X-Ray Technology
• B.Sc Operation Theatre Technology
• B.Sc Cardiac Care Technology
• B.Sc Radiotherapy
• B.Sc Renel Dialys Etc…

Job opportunities for Paramedics 1. Placements happen to all Paramedical student during their final year. The pay package for freshers is generally low and after completing 6months – 1 year a good paramedic will get what he/she demands. 2. Opportunities to work are offered at Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Blood banks, Manufacturing firms, dairy institutes, pharmaceutical labs, public health labs, diagnostic laboratories, rehabilitation centers, special treatment centers, etc.. 3. With Good English Language and excellent communication skills paramedics get to work world wide and earn a huge salary. Paramedical Colleges There are than 150 paramedical colleges affiliated. Kindly visit www.pmbkarnataka.org for the list of colleges. Industrial Training Institute ( I.T.I ) Courses Industrial Training Centers (ITC) & Industrial Training Institutes (ITI) are one of the oldest institutions imparting industry designed and ON-DEMAND courses. No wonder India is proud to have thousands of companies manufacturing millions of products but they all depend on a highly skilled workforce of technicians – The ITI’s and ITC’s. If you love doing a task taking full control of the activity, doing ITI is the best option. ITI Courses 1 year / 2 year ITI courses are offered by the Directorate of Employment & Training, Govt of Karnataka through Government and Recognized Private Colleges all over Karnataka.

• Draughtsman (Civil)
• Draughtsman (Mechanical)
• Mechanic (Diesel)
• Foundryman
• Mason
• Mechanic Tractor
• Plastic Processing Operator
• Plumber
• Sheet Metal Worker
• Welder
• Wireman
• Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
• Electrician
• Electronic Mechanic
• Electroplater
• Carpenter
• Fitter
• Instrument Mechanic
• Surveyor
• Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant)
• Machinist
• Machinist (Grinder)
• Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant)
• Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
• Mechanic (Refrigeration and Aid Conditioning)
• Mechanic (Radio & TV)
• Mechanic (Machine Tool Maintenance)
• Turner
• Information Technology and Electronics Systems Maintenance ( IT & ESM)
• Tool and Die Making
• (Press Tools, jigs & Fixtures)
• Production and Manufacturing
• Automobile
• Electrical
• Electronics

Further studies for ITI Passouts Completing ITI, getting a job will not be difficult. The challenge lies in getting into the right company where one’s skills are enhanced and the experience you get in first 2 years becomes your platform for promotion and growth. At the same time if and ITI graduate feels to get more knowledge or seeks a change in the career path, he / she can pursue

• Diploma and then further do Engineering
• BA / B.Com / BCA ( if having a degree becomes necessary to get better opportunities)
• Short Term Job Oriented Courses

Job Opportunities for I.T.I Technicians 1. ITI Candidates are the most sought in all technical openings in government sector. Be it the Indian     Railways ; Ordinance Factory, Defense Organizations like – DRDO, Space Research Organization - ISRO or the Road Transport Corporations across India – It’s the ITI graduates who are recruited in large nos. 2. Private firms especially manufacturing, automobile, construction, telecom, IT, real estate, etc… recruit very large no. of ITI candidates for their technical jobs. 3. ITI candidates can also be self employed since they are well equipped with the skill and can set up their own enterprise. 4. With 2-3 years of experience, they can seek jobs outside India, especially in the Middle East and South East Countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, etc.. Author: Ameen-E-Mudassar Source: www.after10thwhat.com   The medical industry depends on a very large no. of highly skilled personnel - The Paramedics. These are the people required to keep the doctor, the nurse and the cash register busy !. With advancement in medical treatment and demand for diagnosis, automation and new life support systems, paramedics are the most wanted people today. Who is a paramedic ? Paramedic is a professional who undergoes a 2 or 3 year course and becomes an authorized person to work as a technician in a specific area of medical industry. He / she is an integral part of the hospital and becoming one is never less rewarding both in India & Abroad Paramedical Courses after 10th std 1. Diploma Courses The Karnataka State Paramedical Board offers 3year Diploma Course in Paramedical Sciences like

• Medical Lab Technology
• Medical X-Ray Technology
• Medical Records Technology
• Operation Theater Technology
• Dialysis Technology
• Health Inspector
• Opthalmic Technology
• Dental Mechanic
• Dental Hygiene

Note : The diploma course offered for 10th std pass is also offered for those who pass PUC / 12th and join. But for such students the duration is only 2 years. Admission Process : The Karnataka State Paramedical Board issues the Admission Notification in the month of July / August to fill the Government College seats in the four Government Medical colleges - (1) Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore (2) Mysore Medical College, Mysore (3) Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli & (4) Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary as well as the Government Quota Seats in Private Medical Colleges recognized by the Paramedical Board. Selection Process : All candidates who apply are given ranks based on their marks in Science in 10th / 2nd PUC. Central Counselling is held at the Government Nursing College Campus, Victoria Hospital, Bangalore where seats are allotted based on merit in Government and Private Recognized Paramedical Colleges across Karnataka. Seats are reserved for SC, ST, Cat 1, 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B. Fee Structure A Government college seat will cost approximately Rs.3000/- while a Government allotted seat in a private college will cost approximately Rs.7,000/-. The fee structure varies college to college in private colleges. If you miss the Government Counselling then you have to vouch for a Management quota seat which will cost 2-3 times the normal fees. 2. Certificate & Vocational Paramedical Courses 1. Certificate Courses in Nursing Aide Training ; Medical Records Management ; Plaster     Technician ;  Pulmonary Function & Testing and Polysomnography ; EEG / ENMG Technician -     1 year     Offered by St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore - 560034.     Phone : 080-22065000, 22065001. 2.  Certificate Course in Opthalmic Technician - 1 Year      Offered by Bangalore West Lions Eye Hospital, Off. J.C.Road, Bangalore – 560002 for SSLC passouts. The candidates get a stipend of Rs.2000/- per month. 3. Certificate Course in Mould Casting Technology ; Plaster Technician ; OT Scrub Technician ;      Nursing Assistant ; OT Attender ; Ward Attender – 6 months Offered by Hosmat Hospital, # 45/1, Magrath Road, Bangalore – 560025. Phone : 080-25575590, 91. The candidates also get a stipend. Future for Paramedical Students. Paramedical students are placed in jobs even before they complete the Diploma Course. After gaining experience of 2-3 year many candidates do the Diploma course once again but in another specialization. Those who wish to get into higher positions and better pay package will have to do graduation in the chose or related paramedical field. Some of the paramedical courses offered for diploma students (as well as those who complete PUC ) are..

• B.Sc Medical Lab Technology
• B.Sc Medical X-Ray Technology
• B.Sc Operation Theatre Technology
• B.Sc Cardiac Care Technology
• B.Sc Radiotherapy
• B.Sc Renel Dialys Etc…

Job opportunities for Paramedics 1. Placements happen to all Paramedical student during their final year. The pay package for freshers is generally low and after completing 6months – 1 year a good paramedic will get what he/she demands. 2. Opportunities to work are offered at Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Blood banks, Manufacturing firms, dairy institutes, pharmaceutical labs, public health labs, diagnostic laboratories, rehabilitation centers, special treatment centers, etc.. 3. With Good English Language and excellent communication skills paramedics get to work world wide and earn a huge salary. Paramedical Colleges There are than 150 paramedical colleges affiliated. Kindly visit www.pmbkarnataka.org for the list of colleges. Industrial Training Institute ( I.T.I ) Courses Industrial Training Centers (ITC) & Industrial Training Institutes (ITI) are one of the oldest institutions imparting industry designed and ON-DEMAND courses. No wonder India is proud to have thousands of companies manufacturing millions of products but they all depend on a highly skilled workforce of technicians – The ITI’s and ITC’s. If you love doing a task taking full control of the activity, doing ITI is the best option. ITI Courses 1 year / 2 year ITI courses are offered by the Directorate of Employment & Training, Govt of Karnataka through Government and Recognized Private Colleges all over Karnataka.

• Draughtsman (Civil)
• Draughtsman (Mechanical)
• Mechanic (Diesel)
• Foundryman
• Mason
• Mechanic Tractor
• Plastic Processing Operator
• Plumber
• Sheet Metal Worker
• Welder
• Wireman
• Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant)
• Electrician
• Electronic Mechanic
• Electroplater
• Carpenter
• Fitter
• Instrument Mechanic
• Surveyor
• Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant)
• Machinist
• Machinist (Grinder)
• Maintenance Mechanic (Chemical Plant)
• Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
• Mechanic (Refrigeration and Aid Conditioning)
• Mechanic (Radio & TV)
• Mechanic (Machine Tool Maintenance)
• Turner
• Information Technology and Electronics Systems Maintenance ( IT & ESM)
• Tool and Die Making
• (Press Tools, jigs & Fixtures)
• Production and Manufacturing
• Automobile
• Electrical
• Electronics

Further studies for ITI Passouts Completing ITI, getting a job will not be difficult. The challenge lies in getting into the right company where one’s skills are enhanced and the experience you get in first 2 years becomes your platform for promotion and growth. At the same time if and ITI graduate feels to get more knowledge or seeks a change in the career path, he / she can pursue

• Diploma and then further do Engineering
• BA / B.Com / BCA ( if having a degree becomes necessary to get better opportunities)
• Short Term Job Oriented Courses

Job Opportunities for I.T.I Technicians 1. ITI Candidates are the most sought in all technical openings in government sector. Be it the Indian     Railways ; Ordinance Factory, Defense Organizations like – DRDO, Space Research Organization - ISRO or the Road Transport Corporations across India – It’s the ITI graduates who are recruited in large nos. 2. Private firms especially manufacturing, automobile, construction, telecom, IT, real estate, etc… recruit very large no. of ITI candidates for their technical jobs. 3. ITI candidates can also be self employed since they are well equipped with the skill and can set up their own enterprise. 4. With 2-3 years of experience, they can seek jobs outside India, especially in the Middle East and South East Countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, etc.. Author: Ameen-E-Mudassar Source: www.after10thwhat.com