Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) offers a Certificate in Dialysis Technician Course. This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful dialysis technician. The course covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, dialysis equipment, dialysis procedures, patient care, and patient safety. It also includes an introduction to the principles of dialysis and the role of the dialysis technician in the healthcare system.

The course is divided into two parts: the theoretical part and the practical part. The theoretical part covers topics such as the anatomy and physiology of the kidney, the principles of dialysis, and the role of the dialysis technician in the healthcare system. The practical part includes hands-on training in the use of dialysis equipment and the performance of dialysis procedures.

The duration of the course is one year and it is conducted in two semesters. The first semester covers the theoretical part of the course and the second semester covers the practical part. The course also includes an internship program, which allows students to gain practical experience in a dialysis center.

At the end of the course, students are required to pass a comprehensive examination in order to obtain the certificate. The certificate is valid for three years and can be renewed after that.

RGU also offers a Dialysis Technician Club. This club provides a platform for students to interact with each other and discuss topics related to dialysis. It also provides an opportunity for students to network with professionals in the field. The club also organizes seminars and workshops to help students stay up to date with the latest developments in the field.

Duration

6 months

Fees

Rs. 20,000

Mode of Study

Online

Institute Type

University

Semester	Syllabus
1st Semester	Introduction to Dialysis, Dialysis Equipment, Dialysis Procedures, Dialysis Safety, Dialysis Access, Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, Dialysis Nursing, Dialysis Pharmacology, Dialysis Nutrition, Dialysis Quality Assurance
2nd Semester	Dialysis Technology, Dialysis Therapy, Dialysis Patient Care, Dialysis Patient Education, Dialysis Patient Advocacy, Dialysis Patient Outcomes, Dialysis Patient Support, Dialysis Patient Monitoring, Dialysis Patient Documentation, Dialysis Patient Care Management
3rd Semester	Dialysis Equipment Maintenance, Dialysis Equipment Troubleshooting, Dialysis Equipment Repair, Dialysis Equipment Calibration, Dialysis Equipment Testing, Dialysis Equipment Installation, Dialysis Equipment Operation, Dialysis Equipment Safety, Dialysis Equipment Quality Assurance
4th Semester	Dialysis Quality Improvement, Dialysis Quality Assurance, Dialysis Quality Control, Dialysis Quality Management, Dialysis Quality Documentation, Dialysis Quality Reporting, Dialysis Quality Auditing, Dialysis Quality Training, Dialysis Quality Education
5th Semester	Dialysis Research, Dialysis Clinical Trials, Dialysis Clinical Practice Guidelines, Dialysis Clinical Protocols, Dialysis Clinical Outcomes, Dialysis Clinical Documentation, Dialysis Clinical Education, Dialysis Clinical Training, Dialysis Clinical Management
6th Semester	Dialysis Professional Practice, Dialysis Professional Development, Dialysis Professional Ethics, Dialysis Professional Standards, Dialysis Professional Competencies, Dialysis Professional Certification, Dialysis Professional Credentialing, Dialysis Professional Licensure, Dialysis Professional Accreditation

• Introduction to Dialysis
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Dialysis Equipment
• Dialysis Procedures
• Dialysis Access
• Dialysis Complications
• Dialysis Patient Care
• Dialysis Quality Assurance
• Dialysis Documentation
• Dialysis Safety
• Dialysis Professionalism
• Dialysis Research and Trends