Certificate Diploma Program in Pulmonary Function Technology

Applicant should have passed 12th std. with any of the stream.

This course is designed to improve the technician's knowledge in various aspects of pulmonary function testing beyond bedside. This course includes anatomy and physiology of respiratory system. In addition, participants will learn about standards regarding spirometers, calibration, acceptability and repeatability criteria, environmental exposures and lung diseases

On successful completion of the course, the student will be competent to:

• A primer of pulmonary function testing
• Clinical cases of patients with pulmonary function test results that require your interpretation
• Perform the testing independently and with confidence
• Demonstrate knowledge of vision care principles that govern ethical decision making and respect for the dignity of the patient.
• Obtain the pertinent information about a patient using communication, observation and diagnostic testing.
• Use modern techniques and technologies for providing vision care solutions to diverse patient population.
• Recognize the need to engage in lifelong learning through continuing education and research.