The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Certificate in Dialysis Technician course is an excellent choice for those looking to pursue a career in the medical field. The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a dialysis technician. The course covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, dialysis equipment, dialysis procedures, patient care, and safety. It also includes practical training in the use of dialysis equipment and techniques.

The course is divided into four semesters, with each semester lasting for six months. During the first semester, students will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the human body, dialysis equipment, and dialysis procedures. The second semester focuses on patient care, safety, and the use of dialysis equipment. The third semester covers topics such as dialysis therapy, patient assessment, and dialysis management. The fourth semester focuses on the management of dialysis patients and the use of dialysis equipment.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate in Dialysis Technician from IGNOU. This certificate will enable them to work as a dialysis technician in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The course also provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field. This can help them to gain a better understanding of the job and to develop their skills further.

Particulars	Details
Course Duration	2 Years
Course Fees	Rs. 8,000/-
Mode of Study	Distance Learning
Institute Type	Open University

Semester	Syllabus
1st Semester	Anatomy & Physiology, Dialysis Technology, Clinical Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Microbiology, Dialysis Procedures & Techniques, Dialysis Equipment & Maintenance, Dialysis Nursing Care & Management, Dialysis Quality Assurance & Safety, Dialysis Research & Statistics.
2nd Semester	Dialysis Technology & Procedures, Dialysis Nursing Care & Management, Dialysis Quality Assurance & Safety, Dialysis Research & Statistics, Dialysis Equipment & Maintenance, Clinical Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Microbiology, Dialysis Procedures & Techniques.
3rd Semester	Dialysis Technology & Procedures, Dialysis Nursing Care & Management, Dialysis Quality Assurance & Safety, Dialysis Research & Statistics, Dialysis Equipment & Maintenance, Clinical Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Microbiology, Dialysis Procedures & Techniques.
4th Semester	Dialysis Technology & Procedures, Dialysis Nursing Care & Management, Dialysis Quality Assurance & Safety, Dialysis Research & Statistics, Dialysis Equipment & Maintenance, Clinical Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Microbiology, Dialysis Procedures & Techniques.

1. Introduction to Dialysis
2. Anatomy and Physiology of the Kidney
3. Dialysis Equipment and Supplies
4. Dialysis Procedures
5. Patient Care and Safety
6. Infection Control
7. Hemodialysis
8. Peritoneal Dialysis
9. Dialysis Access
10. Nutrition and Diet for Dialysis Patients
11. Complications of Dialysis
12. Quality Assurance and Regulatory Requirements
13. Professionalism and Communication
14. Ethical and Legal Issues in Dialysis Care