Bachelor of Emergency Medical Technology
GITAM (Deemed to be University) offers a four-year, full-time Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Technology. The programme focuses on training students to provide Basic Life Support (BLS) to patients in critical situations, ensuring their safety during transport to a medical facility. Students are trained to prioritise patient safety, uphold legal responsibilities, and respond swiftly to medical emergencies. The curriculum covers essential interventions within the scope of emergency medical practice, preparing students to manage life-threatening conditions effectively.
Graduates of this programme will be equipped to work as emergency medical technicians, capable of performing basic pre-hospital care and handling various medical trauma situations. With comprehensive knowledge of the necessary tools and supplies, they will be ready to perform critical interventions in emergency settings, ensuring patient well-being and safety before further medical treatment is provided.
Eligibility
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He/She has passed the Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent examination recognized by any Indian University or a duly constituted Board with a pass mark (50%) in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
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He/She has attained the age of 17 years as of the current year, and the maximum age limit is 30 years.
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For candidates who have studied abroad, the rules of GITAM (deemed to be a University) will apply.
Scope of the Programme
Emergency medicine is one of the fastest-growing specialities in India, driven by the increasing number of hospitals and the expansion of emergency services. This has created a rising demand for trained professionals to assist doctors in managing acute crises and trauma patients. Graduates of the Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medicine Technology often serve as front-line professionals in hospital emergency rooms and casualty departments, playing a critical role in patient care.
In addition to supporting doctors in managing medical and surgical emergencies, trained emergency medical staff are essential for initial patient evaluation and triage. They assess the patient's condition upon arrival and determine the priority of treatment, ensuring timely and effective care in high-pressure situations.
Key Highlights
Infrastructure
- 40-bedded Emergency Department
- Simulation Skill Lab
Practical Exposure
- In House Clinical Experiences
- Medical Camps
- Medical And Surgical Skill Laboratory
Syllabus
Specialisation Bundles of Courses offered
- Basics of preclinical, paraclinical, and Clinical subjects.
- Pre-Hospital Care
- Disaster Management.
- Medical Emergency, Surgical Emergency, Trauma Care.
- BLS, ACLS, ATLS
Career Options
A Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Emergency Technician, often referred to as BSc Emergency and Trauma Care Technology or BSc Emergency Medicine Technology, opens up a variety of career paths in the healthcare sector. These graduates are crucial in providing immediate medical care in critical situations. Here are some of the key career options and related information:
Primary Job Roles:
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Paramedic: This is the most direct career path. EMTs and Paramedics are the frontline responders to emergencies.
- Responsibilities: Assessing patient conditions, providing basic and advanced life support, administering medications, managing pre-hospital care for critically ill and injured patients, extricating patients, safely transporting patients to hospitals, and collaborating with other medical personnel. Paramedics often have a more advanced scope of practice, including administering a wider range of medications and performing complex procedures.
- Work Settings: Ambulance services (public and private), hospitals (emergency departments), fire departments, rehabilitation centers, and geriatric care facilities.
- Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech): Working within a hospital's emergency department, assisting doctors and nurses with patient care, monitoring vital signs, managing equipment, and ensuring the department runs efficiently.
- ICU/CCU Technician: Providing emergency support for critical patients in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) or Critical Care Units (CCUs).
Other Potential Career Paths:
- Healthcare Administration/Management: With experience, you can move into supervisory or managerial roles within EMS agencies or hospital departments, overseeing operations, training, and quality improvement.
- EMS Educator/Trainer: Sharing your expertise by training new EMTs and paramedics in institutions or within ambulance services.
- Disaster Preparedness and Management: Working with government agencies or NGOs to plan and execute responses to large-scale emergencies and disasters.
- Clinical Research: Participating in studies related to emergency medicine and trauma care.
Higher Studies after BSc Emergency Technician:
To specialize further or move into more advanced roles, pursuing higher education is a great option:
- MSc in Emergency Medicine/Trauma Care Technology: This is a direct progression, allowing for deeper specialization in emergency and critical care, often including innovation, medical planning, and disaster preparedness.
- Master of Public Health (MPH): Focuses on addressing public health issues, which can be relevant for disaster management and community health initiatives.
- MBA (with healthcare specialization): If you're interested in leadership and management roles within healthcare organizations.
Fee Structure
B.Sc. Emergency Medical Technology
1st Year
₹1,45,900
2nd Year
₹1,53,100
3rd Year
₹1,60,700
4th Year
₹1,68,700
Curriculum Aligned With Healthcare Standards
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 8.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food charges.
Scholarship Percentage
100%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=141 <=200
AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank >=1 <=8000
NEET(UG) 2025 Rank >=1 <=100000
Scholarship Percentage
75%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=121 <=140
AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank >=8001 <=10000
NEET(UG) 2025 Rank >=100001 <=200000
Scholarship Percentage
60%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=111 <=120
AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank >=10001 <=12000
NEET(UG) 2025 Rank >=200001 <=300000
Scholarship Percentage
40%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=101 <=110
AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank >=12001 <=15000
NEET(UG) 2025 Rank >=300001 <=400000
Scholarship Percentage
25%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=91 <=100
AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank >=15001 <=20000
NEET(UG) 2025 Rank >=400001 <=500000
Scholarship Percentage
15%
Eligibility for 2025
GAT 2025 Score >=81 <=90
AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank >=20001 <=30000
NEET(UG) 2025 Rank >=500001 <=800000
