The primary aim of the B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology course is to provide students with the expertise, use and control of anaesthetic products. The course provides theoretical and realistic approaches to help the students to become competent anaesthesiologists and use their skills at the time of operation. An anaesthetic technician is a medical professional who works along with doctors and nurses in operating theatres and operating stations. Those pursuing B.Sc Anaesthesia Technology, learn how to use anaesthesia tools, the procedures of anaesthesia, the correct dosage for anaesthesia, patient tracking, etc. Under B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology students also gain an understanding of the required equipment and the dosage of the anaesthetic that should be offered to the patients. B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology also teaches students about the basic concepts of operation theatres, emergency departments and the ICU. The class also involves both theory and practicals.
Some of the major highlights of B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology are as follows:
Level of Programme |
Undergraduate |
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Course Name |
B.Sc. in Anesthesia technology |
Short Name |
B.Sc Anesthesia technology |
Duration of Course |
3 Years |
Mode |
Regular |
Exam Type |
Semester |
Minimum Qualification Required |
10+2 |
Selection Process |
Merit-Based/ Entrance Exam |
Course Fee |
INR 10,000 to INR 4 LPA |
Salary |
INR 2 LPA - INR 6 LPA |
Job Profiles |
Anaesthesia Technician, Medical Consultant, Anesthetist, Pediatrician, Clinical Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Anesthesiologist Assistant, Associate Consultant etc |
Employment Sectors |
Government Hospitals, Private Hospitals, Clinics, NGOs, Nursing Homes, Community Health Centres, Rural Health Centres etc |
The eligibility criteria required for B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology are as follows:-
This depends on the institute; many institutes follow a merit-based admission process, considering candidates' marks in the board examination and/or appropriate entrance examination. Some institutes follow the ‘direct admission’ process based on 10+2 marks. In some well-known institutes, they conduct their own entrance examination for the selection of the students.
The average course fee for B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology course are as follows:
Institute Type |
Minimum Fee |
Average Fee |
Maximum Fee |
---|---|---|---|
Government College |
Rs 10,000/- |
Rs 40,000/- |
Rs 1,00,000/- |
Private College |
Rs 50,000 |
Rs 1,20,000/- |
Rs 4,50,000/- |
The syllabus for B.Sc in Anesthesia technology followed by most of the college are as follows:-
1st Year:-
S.No |
Subjects of Study |
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1 |
Human Anatomy |
2 |
Physiology |
3 |
Biochemistry |
4 |
Biochemistry |
5 |
Pathology-[Clinical pathology, Hematology & Blood –Banking |
6 |
Microbiology |
2nd Year:-
S.No |
Subjects of Study |
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1 |
Medicine relevant to Anesthesia Technology |
2 |
Applied Pathology |
3 |
Applied Microbiology |
4 |
Applied Pharmacology |
5 |
Introduction to Anesthesia Technology |
3rd Year:-
S.No |
Subjects of Study |
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1 |
Anesthesia Technology- Clinical |
2 |
Anaesthesia Technology – Applied |
3 |
Anaesthesia Technology – Advanced |
It's a difficult and exciting career. In India and abroad there is a wide range of jobs available for anaesthesia technology. Skilled anaesthesia technology graduates may pursue jobs in both private and government hospitals. Anaesthetic technicians are highly hired in anaesthesia departments or theatre suites. Anaesthetic technicians can also work in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) and Clinical Operations. After graduation with a B.Sc. In anaesthesia technology, students may also take higher degrees, such as M.Sc.
Employment Sectors |
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Job Profiles |
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An initial pay package of about INR 2.5 to 3 lakhs per year can be expected by a fresher applicant. High-profile clinic candidates can receive additional compensation. Salary will rely on various factors including a candidate's background, knowledge, profile and expertise. Some of the popular job salaries of B.Sc in Anaesthesia Technology are as follows:-
Job Profile |
Minimum Salary |
Average Salary |
Maximum Salary |
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Anesthesia Technician |
Rs 2,50,000 |
Rs 3,50,000 |
Rs 5,00,000 |
Anesthesiologist Assistant |
Rs 2,00,000/- |
Rs 3,00,000/- |
Rs 4,00,000/- |
Certified Registered Anaesthetists |
Rs 3,00,000 |
Rs 5,50,000 |
Rs 7,00,000/- |