COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Diploma in Dialysis Technology is a specialized paramedical course designed to train students in the essential skills required to operate dialysis equipment and provide quality care to patients undergoing renal dialysis. This program is particularly ideal for those aspiring to work in the healthcare sector, especially in nephrology departments, dialysis units, and kidney care centers.
The course offers both theoretical and practical knowledge of dialysis procedures, anatomy and physiology of the human body, pathology relevant to kidney diseases, and patient care. It also covers biomedical waste management, infection control, and ethical practices in patient handling.
Students are trained to assist in various dialysis procedures such as hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). The curriculum emphasizes understanding kidney function, electrolyte balance, fluid management, and the handling of life-supporting dialysis equipment.