Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (PGDMLT)

Overview

• Postgraduate diploma in laboratory technology (PGDMLT) is a paramedical course of 1 year.
• It delivers the knowledge in the field of Hematology, Clinical Pathology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Serology and Immunology, Histopathology, Cytopathology and Transfusion Medicine.
• The PGDMLT course is career oriented that opens up new horizons to work in laboratory, blood bank, hospital, forensic and genetic science, pharmaceutical company and research organizations.
• Students will achieve these goals by linking the theoretical knowledge and practical skill sets to process and analyst the real-time clinical samples and derive amicable and justifiable conclusions.
• Regular visits at medical laboratories and internships will be an integral part of the student’s curriculum that will help them to become aware of the real-world problems in the clinical and healthcare sector.

Career Opportunities:

• PGD Medical Laboratory Technology graduates are lecturer/teacher, researcher, medical officer, technical assistant, medical record technician, etc.
• Medical Record Technician : These professionals manage and organize patient records, ensuring accurate documentation and confidentiality.
• Healthcare Administrator : Healthcare administrators oversee the management and operations of medical facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and laboratories.
• Lab Technician : Lab technicians play a crucial role in various laboratory tasks, including data collection, equipment maintenance, and conducting tests. They assist in diagnosing diseases and analysing samples.
• Government Exams: Opportunities in government exams like UPSC, GPSC, and IBPS.

Eligibility

Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or any other equivalent subjects.

Minimum Education