Overview

The course in Dialysis Technician is a 3-year course divided into 6 semesters and is offered by different colleges and institutes across India. This course gives students comprehensive knowledge and grooms them with the required knowledge and skills in the domain of dialysis technology. The course focuses on the operation and management of dialysis machines, care of the patients undergoing dialysis procedures, and technical considerations during the conduct of dialysis procedures. It helps students gain vast knowledge in anatomy, physiology of humans, renal diseases, and the principles of dialysis, namely hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. 

The curriculum provides a blended mode of learning through theory classes and practical training. Graduates can find employment in hospitals, dialysis clinics, nephrology departments, and other related healthcare facilities. This course provides the student with knowledge that will enable them to be technically proficient, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality patient care.
 

Course Curriculum  

The modules taught in the Diploma in Dialysis Technician course equip students with the competency to work as a dialysis technician. Core modules include:

1. Human Anatomy and Physiology
2. Fundamentals of Renal Diseases
3. Principles of Dialysis
4. Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Techniques
5. Dialysis Machine Operation and Maintenance
6. Patient Care and Monitoring in Dialysis
7. Dialysis Complications and Management
8. Infection Control in Dialysis Units
9. Medical Ethics and Professional Practices
10. Clinical training
    
     

Career Opportunities

Some of the potential career profiles that one can engage in are as follows:

1. Dialysis Technician
2. Hemodialysis Technician
3. Peritoneal Dialysis Technician
4. Nephrology Technician
5. Dialysis Equipment Operator
6. Clinical Coordinator in Dialysis Units
7. Patient Care Technician
8. Dialysis Unit Manager
9. Biomedical Technician in Dialysis
   
    

Job Sectors
The Diploma get employment opportunities in the following sectors:

1. Hospitals and Nephrology Units
2. Dialysis Centers and Clinics
3. Kidney Care Center
4. Government and private health institutes
5. Research and Development Laboratories
6. Academic and Training Institutes
7. Home Dialysis Programs
8. Medical Equipment Companies
    

The average expected salary range of the Diploma in Dialysis Technician program falls within a bracket of INR 15,000-40,000 per month. However, salary will vary depending upon the job role, the sector of employment, and past work experience. With more experience and specialization in areas like advanced dialysis technique/management studies, better packages could be expected.