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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Emergency Medical Technology primarily focuses on direct patient care during emergencies. But Paramedical courses encompass a broader range of medical services.
Candidates can see table below to learn comparison between two courses -
Parameters | Emergency Medical Technology | Paramedical Course |
|---|---|---|
Course Level | UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate | UG, PG, Diploma & Certificate |
Course Duration | 2-3 years | 3-4 years |
Course Fee | INR 1,800 - 81 Lakh | INR 35,000 - INR 50,000 |
Admission Criteria | Merit-Based | |
Popular Colleges | Christian Medical College, AIIMS Delhi, Jamia Hamdard, JIPMER Puducherry, etc. | Christian Medical College, AIIMS Delhi, PGIMER, Jamia Hamdard, etc. |
Job Profiles | Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Room Nurse, Paediatric Emergency Medicine Physician, etc. | Advanced Life Support Paramedic, Medical Assistant, Critical Care Paramedic, Radiologist, Occupational Therapist |
Average Salary | INR 2.5 LPA - INR 11 LPA | INR 1.7 LPA - INR 17 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Fortis Healthcare Ltd, Medica Super Specialty Hospital, Max Healthcare, etc. | Nanavati Hospital, Fortis Hospital, Manipal Hospital, Apollo Hospital, MaxCure Hospital, Billroth Hospital, etc. |
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates should know that salary can depend on company, location and job.
Candidates can see a general outline of the salary below -
Entry Level: 1.5 - 3 LPA
Mid Level: 3 - 6 LPA
Senior Level: 6 - 8 LPA
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Emergency Medicine can be a highly rewarding and fulfilling career for individuals who are well-suited to its demands and responsibilities. Whether it is a good career choice depends on one's personal interests, strengths, and career goals.
Here are some factors to consider when evaluating Emergency Medicine as a career:
Direct Impact on Patient Care: Emergency Medicine practitioners have the opportunity to make a significant and immediate impact on patients' lives.
High Demand: There is a consistent demand for Emergency Medicine services, as emergencies and acute medical conditions can happen at any time.
Career Opportunities:
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
No Emergency Medical Technology does not need an MBBS degree.
Emergency Medical Technology is for individuals who want to work as emergency medical technicians or paramedics and they do not involve medical school training.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates should know that eligibility can be different according to the courses. This is why they should check it. Failure to fulfill the eligibility can lead to cancellation of candidature.
Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below -
Applicants are usually required to be at least 18 years old. Some programs may accept applicants who are 17 years old with parental consent.
Candidates need to pass Class 12 with PCB subjects with 50%.
EMTs must be physically capable of performing job, which may include lifting and moving patients.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The scope of Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in India is expanding, and it continues to offer promising career opportunities.
There is a growing demand for skilled EMT professionals in India due to the increasing incidence of emergencies, accidents, and medical crises. Timely and effective pre-hospital care is crucial, and EMTs play a pivotal role in providing this care.
EMTs can advance their careers by acquiring higher-level certifications, such as Advanced EMT or Paramedic, which allows them to take on more advanced clinical roles.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
EMT course teaches you to provide basic and life saving medical care in emergencies outside a hospital.
EMT course gives you training to assess patients, perform CPR, stop bleeding, use defibrillators, manage airways and also stabilize injuries before transporting them to the hospital in an ambulance.
It's a practical program for becoming a first responder focusing on hands on skills to help ill or injured people.
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
TOP 10 Pharmacy Colleges in India by NIRF
JamiaHamdard University.
Punjab University.
BITS Pilani.
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali.
Institute of Chemical Technology.
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Telangana.
JSS College of Pharmacy
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a year agoContributor-Level 9
Yes, the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) provides a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) program. BAMS is an undergraduate degree that teaches Ayurvedic medicine, a traditional Indian medical technique. MUHS, a well-known health sciences university in Maharashtra, offers this education through its associated Ayurvedic colleges around the state. The BAMS curriculum normally lasts 5.5 years, including a one-year internship. The curriculum integrates current medical knowledge with Ayurvedic principles, preparing students to become trained practitioners of Ayurvedic medicine. Admission to the BAMS programme is
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
KJ Somaiya College of Physiotherapy offers a 54 months Bachelor in Physiotherapy (BPT) course at the UG level. Candidate must have completed class 10+2 or 12th standard examination of Maharashtra Higher Secondary School Board (H.S.C) to be eligible for the BPT programme at KH Somaiya College of Physiotherapy. English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology are mandatory subjects. KJ Somaiya College of Physiotherapy admissions are entrance-based. NEET is accepted for the BPT course. Aspirants need to apply online on the official website of KJ Somaiya College of Physiotherapy. Candidates are first required to register and generate the login credent
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