Other Popular Medical Courses apart from MBBS and BDS

Other Popular Medical Courses apart from MBBS and BDS

 This blog explain you in detail manner about the other Popular Medical Courses apart from MBBS and BDS.

Medicine is a noble profession. You get a chance to serve the countrymen and help them get rid of pain and suffering. But did you know MBBS and BDS are not the only options in the medical field? Today, there are a lot many options, which you may pursue without losing your area of interest and make the most of outstanding job opportunities. So, there is no need to compromise with your dreams if you want to make a career in the medical field. There are various alternatives available. So, without any further delay, let’s look at them:

1. DMLT (Diploma of Medical Lab Technicians)

It is one of the paramedical diploma courses concerned with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases via clinical laboratory tests and other physical tests. This course is the best option for students who want an entry-level job in medical laboratories and want to become professional laboratory technicians.

Eligibility Criteria: 50% in 12th Class with Medical subjects (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology).

The admission process starts in the: Month of July

Course Tenure: 2 Years

However, Madras Christian College offers a DMLT course of 1 year, whose eligibility is that the students must complete their Class 10 only.

Top colleges of DMLT:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees    (In total) (Rs.)
Aligarh Muslim University	1875	Aligarh Muslim University	Aligarh, UP	Common Entrance Test	90, 000
Madras Christian College	1837	University of Madras	Chennai	Merit	20, 000
Government Medical College	1992	Rajasthan University	Kozhikode, Kerala	Merit	12, 350
SRM Institute of Science and Technology	1985	University of Madras	Kanchipuram	Merit	65, 000
St. John Medical College	1963	Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences	Bangalore	St. John Entrance Exam	9, 60, 000

Subjects covered: Immunology, Pathology, Blood Banking, Microbiology and Biochemistry

Scope of jobs: Private Clinics, Medical Labs, Government Hospitals, Colleges & Universities, Medical Content Writing, Military Services, etc.

Job profiles: Laboratory Technician, Medical Writer, Laboratory Staff and Data Entry Operator

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 2 to 4 Lakhs Per Annum

2. BMLT (Bachelor of Medical Lab Technicians)

BMLT is an undergraduate program. It is one of the most promising medical courses in paramedical science. The course involves learning for conducting tests, collecting information, handling equipment, making reports and then document. The course focuses on the modern healthcare sector and highlights the importance of laboratories in the Modern World.

Eligibility Criteria: 50% in 12th Class with Medical subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

The admission process starts in the: Month of May

Course Tenure: 3 years + 6 months internship

Top colleges of DMLT:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees Annually (Rs.)
Paramedical college	2001	West Bengal University	Durgapur	Merit	3, 66, 000
P.K. University	2015	P.K. University	Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh	Merit	1, 74, 000
Rabindranath Tagore University	2010	Rabindranath Tagore University	Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh	Merit	1, 05000
Mewar University	2009	Mewar University	Chittorgarh, Rajasthan	Merit	99, 000
Madhav University	2014	Madhav University	Sirohi District, Rajasthan	Merit	9, 60, 000

Subjects covered: Immunology, Pathology, Human Physiology, Microbiology, Biomedical waste management, Microbiology, Serology etc.

Scope of jobs: Blood banks, Nursing homes, Pharmaceutical Labs, Research & Development Center

Job profiles: Healthcare Administrators, Laboratory System Analyst, Health Outreach Coordinators, Consultants, Supervisors etc.

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 3 Lakhs Per Annum

3. D. Pharm (Ayurvedic Siddha Medicine)

It’s a diploma certificate program focusing on the Ayurvedic system of pharmacy. This course deals with the drugs and medications used in Ayurvedic medicines. It mainly focuses on manufacturing drugs. Besides this, it also focuses on the consumer sector of drugs.

Eligibility criteria: 12th Pass in any stream (Arts, Commerce or Science)
However, some of the institutes have set a 10th pass as a minimum qualification.

Course tenure: 2 years

The admission process starts in the: Month of May

Top colleges of D. Pharm:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees  Annually (Rs.)
Institute of Chemical Technology	1933	University of Bombay	Maharashtra	GPAT	85, 350
Birla Institute of Technology & Science	1964	BITS, Pilani	Rajasthan	BITSAT	4,23,475
Punjab University	1882	Punjab University	Chandigrah	PU – CET	4, 740
Jamia Milia Islamia	1989	Jamia Hamdard University	Delhi	NEET	70, 000
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research	2007	NIPER University	Hyderabad, Telangana	Merit Based	90, 500

Subjects covered: Inventory Control, Third Party Billing, Inventory Control, Effective Verbal and Written Communication, Compounding Techniques

Scope of jobs: Pharmacist Shops, Research Agencies, Hospitals, Health Centers, Pharmaceutical Firms, etc.

Job profiles: Quality Analyst, Production Executive, Medical Transcriptionist, Pharmacist, Scientific Officer etc.

Top organizations: INTAS Pharmaceuticals, Cipla, Mankind, Sun Pharmaceuticals Industry Ltd., etc.

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 2- 5 Lakhs Per Annum

4. BUMS (Unani Medicine)

 Originating in Greece, Unani Medicine is as popular as Ayurveda. It offers treatment related to the systems and organs of the human body. It involves the use of dietary practices, herbal remedies, and alternate therapies. This science recognizes the mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical causes of illness.  

Eligibility criteria: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as main subjectsCourse tenure: 5 years

The admission process starts in the: Month of July

Regulated by: Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.

Top colleges of BUMS:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees  (Rs.)
Ayurvedic and Unani Tibbia College	1882	Institution under Government of Delhi	Delhi	KEAM (state level exam), CPAT /  CPMEE / NEET	65,000 (Total)
Aligarh Muslim University	1875	Aligarh Muslim University	Aligarh	KEAM (state level exam), CPAT /  CPMEE / NEET	30,000   (Total)
National Institute of Medical Science	2004	NIMS University	Jaipur, Rajasthan	KEAM (state level exam), CPAT /  CPMEE / NEET	80,000   (Total)
Govt. (Autonomous) Unani Medical College & Hospital	1998	Barkatullah University	Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh	KEAM (state level exam), CPAT /  CPMEE / NEET	1, 00,000   (Total)
Luqman Unani Medical College & Hospital	1996	Rajiv Gandhi University  Of Health Sciences	Vijayapura, Karnataka	KEAM (state level exam), CPAT /  CPMEE / NEET	1, 50,000    (Annually)

Subjects covered: Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Toxicology, Opthamology & ENT, Gynecology, and Surgery

Scope of jobs: Unani Pharmaceutical Companies, Unani Private Hospitals, Unani Charitable Institution, Unani Medicine Store, Life Science Industries, Ayurvedic Research Institutes

Job profiles: Unani Private Practice, Pharmacist, Consultant, Medical Assistant, Lecturer, Scientist, and Therapist

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 2- 10 Lakhs Per Annum

5. B.O.T. (Occupational Therapy)

Occupational Therapy is an alternate Science of Medicine which treats patients who suffer from injuries, illnesses or disabilities. This therapy helps people of all ages to fully engage in their daily lives like cooking, getting dressed, eating and driving. Therapists also work in schools with students who have behavioural problems or learning disabilities.

Eligibility criteria: 10+2 from a recognized educational Board

Course tenure: 4 to 5 Years

Admission process starts in the: Months of May, June and July

Top colleges of BOT:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees     Annually (Rs.)
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University	1998	Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University	Delhi	Merit Base/ Entrance Exam	80, 000
Manipal University	1953	Manipal University	Manipal, Karnataka	Merit Base/ Entrance Exam	75, 000
Rajiv Gandhi Paramedical Institute	1999	NIMS University	Delhi	Merit Base/ Entrance Exam	75, 000
Jamia Hamdard University	1989	Jamia Hamdard University	Delhi	Merit Base/ Entrance Exam	50, 000
Christian Medical College	1900	University of Madras	Vellore, Tamil Nadu	Merit Base/ Entrance Exam	85, 500

Subjects covered: Clinical Neurology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Mental Health Theory

Scope of jobs: Rehab Centers, Private Clinics, Nursing Homes, Old Age Homes, Community Health Centers, Voluntary Agencies, Multi Specialty Hospital,

Job profiles: Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Nurse

Top organizations: Medanta Hospital, Hinduja Hospital, Kokilaben Hospital, etc.

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 2- 6 Lakhs Per Annum

6. B.P.T (Physiotherapy)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy is a four-and-a-half-year undergraduate program that comprises of knowledge of physical movement aimed at preventing disease and disability. It mainly focuses on bone and nerves related diseases.

Eligibility criteria: A minimum aggregate score of 50% or equivalent at the 10+2 level and a 45% total aggregate score for SC/ST/OBC candidates.

Course tenure: 4 and a half years

The admission process starts in the: Months of April, May, June and July

Regulated by: Indian Association of Physiotherapy

Top colleges of BPT:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees  Annually(Rs.)
Christian Medical College	1900	Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University	Vellore	Online form filling	85000
Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC)	1947	Maharashtra University of Health Sciences	Mumbai	Online form filling	38,000
Manipal University	1953	Manipal University	Manipal, Karnataka	Online form filling	1, 55, 000
Sri Ramachandra Institute for Higher Education and Research	1985	Sri Rama Chandra University	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	Online form filling	1, 25,000
Luqman Unani Medical College & Hospital	1996	Rajiv Gandhi University  Of Health Sciences	Vijayapura, Karnataka	Online form filling	1, 25,000

Subjects covered: Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Orthopedics, and Traumatology

Scope of jobs: Hospitals, Fitness Centers, Health Institutes, Private Clinics and Sports Team

Job profiles: Sports Physiotherapists, Fitness Experts, and Private Physiotherapists

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 2- 8 Lakhs Per Annum

7. B.Sc (Nursing)

B.Sc Nursing is a 4-year undergraduate degree course which primarily focuses on serving mankind through clinical treatment. The course is based on individuals and society and focuses on achieving, keeping up, and recouping ideal well-being as well as personal satisfaction.

Eligibility criteria: A minimum aggregate score of 50% or equivalent at the 10+2 level and a 45% total aggregate score for SC/ST/OBC candidates.

Course tenure: 4 and a half years

The admission process starts in the: Months of July and August

Regulated by: Indian Nursing Council

Top colleges of BSc (Nursing):

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees  Total(Rs.)
SRM University Kattankulathur, Chennai	1985	University of Madras	Chennai	Merit Based	3. 05 Lakhs
KLE University, Belgaum	1947	KLE University	Belgaum, Karnataka	KLEU-AIET 2020	3 Lakhs
Institute of Medical Sciences	1960	Hindu University	Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh	Entrance Exam Based	3 Lakhs
Sharda University, Greater Noida	2009	Sharda University,	Greater Noida	SUAT 2020	3 Lakhs
Symbiosis International University	1971	Symbiosis International University	Pune	SET 2020	2.75 Lakhs

Subjects covered: Anatomy, Nutrition, Physiology, Nursing Basics, Biochemistry and Psychology

Scope of jobs: Hospitals and Private Clinic

Job profiles: Certified Nurse Midwife, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Anesthetist, Case Manager, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, Psychologist

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 2- 8 Lakhs Per Annum

8. B.Pharma (Bachelor of Pharmacy)

The 4 years undergraduate program Bachelor of Pharmacy is a job-oriented course for Science students who are willing to build careers in the Pharmacy sector. It has a huge scope in Multi-National Companies as well.

Eligibility criteria: Minimum score of 55-60% in Class XII with science subjects

Course tenure: 4 Years

The admission process starts in the: Months of August and September

Regulated by: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)

Top colleges of B.Pharma:

College Name	Date of establishment	Associated University	Location	Admission Process	Approx Fees  Annually(Rs.)
Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences	1965	Manipal University	Manipal, Karnataka	MET 2020	2. 85 Lakhs
Institute of Chemical Technology	1933	University of Bombay	Mumbai, Maharashtra	MAHA – CET 2020	85,350
Jamia Hamdard University	1920	Jamia Hamdard University	New Delhi	–	1.2 Lakhs
BITS Pilani	1956	BITS University	Pilani	BITSAT 2020	4.23 Lakhs
JSS College of Pharmacy	1980	JSS University	Ooty	–	1.44 lakhs

Subjects covered: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Medicinal Chemistry, Herbal Drug Technology, Biochemistry

Scope of jobs: Pharmaceutical Company, Pharmaceutical Shop

Job profiles: Drug Inspector, Pharmaceutical Scientist, Clinical Research Associate, Medical Writer, Pharmacy Business

Top organizations: Baxter, Hospitals, Nestle, Abbott, Cipla, Covance, Novartis, Novo Nordisk etc.

Salary Package (Average): Rs. 3- 8 Lakhs Per Annum

So, select the one in which you have the most interest and you believe that you may do full justice with the course. After all, the choice you would make today would set your future for tomorrow. All the best!

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