DDT (DIPLOMA IN DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN)
12th Pass (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) is the standard requirement. Some institutes accept 12th pass (any stream), but science background is strongly preferred. Age: Usually 17 years+ at admission.
Course Overview
- The program trains students to operate and manage dialysis machines and provide care to kidney patients undergoing dialysis.
Key subjects / training areas:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Renal (Kidney) Diseases
- Principles of Dialysis
- Operation & Maintenance of Dialysis Machines
- Infection Control & Patient Care
- Fluid & Electrolyte Balance
- Emergency Procedures
- Ethics & Communication Skills
- It includes classroom learning + hospital / dialysis centre internship.
Future Scope & Growth
- Higher Studies / Specialization
- B.Sc in Renal Dialysis Technology / B.Sc in Nephrology
- B.Sc in Medical Lab Technology / B.Sc in Critical Care Technology
- Post-graduate Diploma or Certificate Courses in Nephrology-related care
Jobs
Government Jobs
- State Health Departments & Govt Hospitals recruit dialysis technicians regularly.
- Salary + job security + pension benefits after recognized diploma.
Private Sector Growth
- With experience, you can become a Senior Dialysis Technician / Unit In-charge / Trainer.
- Scope in corporate hospitals like Apollo, Fortis, AIIMS, KIMS, etc.
Abroad Opportunities
- High demand for trained dialysis technicians in Gulf countries, UK, Canada, etc.
- With IELTS/NCLEX or country-specific licensing, salary can be ₹1.5–3 lakh/month.
- With experience & a nephrologist tie-up, you can run your own dialysis centre or work as a consultant / trainer.
Career Scope After DDT (2 Years)
You can work as:
- Dialysis Technician
- Hemodialysis Technician
- Renal Dialysis Assistant
- Home Dialysis Technician
- Dialysis Unit Coordinator
Where you can work:
- Hospitals (Government & Private)
- Kidney Care / Nephrology Centres
- Multispeciality Hospitals
- NGOs offering free dialysis
- Home Healthcare Services
Starting Salary:
- ₹15,000 – ₹25,000/month (private hospitals)
- ₹30,000 – ₹45,000/month (government hospitals, after experience or qualifying exams)
