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These standards were revised or dropped as per industry requirement.
VISION TECHNICIAN
Vision Technician performs administrative and certain clinical duties. Administrative duties include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records and clinical duties include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, and dispensing ophthalmic prescription.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Vision Technician |
HSS/Q3001 |
3 |
425 hrs |
225 hrs. |
200 hrs. |
REFRACTIONIST
Refractionist in the healthcare industry is also known as Ophthalmic Assistant. Refractionist provides vision care and refraction under the supervision of an ophthalmologist. They assist with taking patient histories, performing diagnostic tests and procedures, dispensing optical prescription and maintaining records.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Refractionist |
HSS/ Q 3002 |
4 |
1200 hrs |
800 hrs. |
400 hrs. |
DENTO ORAL HYGIENIST
Dento Oral Hygienist is a dental allied professional who provides preventive oral health, typically focusing on techniques in oral hygiene. Some of the key responsibilities of the Dento Oral Hygienists are to remove plaque and clean and polish teeth using scaling instruments and a rotating polisher. They apply decay preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants, chart medical and dental histories, and take and develop dental patients, take a medical history.
DENTAL TECHNICIAN
Dental Technician works closely with and in direction from Dentist to fabricate dental prostheses to replace or restore missing or damaged teeth. They work in conjunction with dentist, but have little contact with patients.
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Dental Assistant provides support to the dentist to perform dental procedures in a timely, efficient and safe manner. Dental assistant prepares for and supports patients for treatment, and assists the Dentist with clinical procedures.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Dental Assistant |
HSS/Q2401 |
4 |
700 hrs. |
510 hrs. |
190 hrs. |
RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Radiology Technicians perform diagnostic imaging examinations such as X-rays, CT and MRI scans under the guidance of a Radiologist. Radiology Technicians are responsible for preparing patients and operating equipment for the test/tests, besides keeping patient records, adjusting equipment’s based on patient need and test recommended and maintaining equipment.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Radiology Technician |
HSS/Q0201 |
4 |
1500 hrs. |
840 hrs. |
660 hrs. |
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
The Medical laboratory technicians perform complex tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. These professionals are responsible for supporting and assisting doctors/ scientists in their day to day working in a variety of roles. They function as the main support to biomedical scientists in pathology laboratories.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Medical Laboratory Technician |
HSS/Q0301 |
4 |
2000 hrs |
1500 hrs. |
500 hrs. |
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNCIAN- ADVANCED
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Advanced in the Healthcare Industry is also known as a lifesaver or paramedic. EMT-Advanced has more training and internship requirements than the EMT-Basic and can undertake additional tasks, administer a greater range of medication and perform more procedures. Individuals at this job need to provide emergency medical support and care to individuals who are critically ill or injured and transport them to a medical facility within stipulated time limits.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced |
HSS/Q2302 |
5 |
1000 hrs |
750 hrs. |
250 hrs. |
DIALYSIS TECHNCIAN
Dialysis Technician operates machines and perform dialysis on patients with acute or chronic kidney failure. They work under the supervision of physicians and nurses, primarily in hospitals, clinics, dialysis centers/facilities, some nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and long term care facilities. They are responsible for the operation, cleaning, and sterilization of the dialysis machines. Dialysis Technicians give patients important medical, technical, social and emotional support and also provide vital information on patient conditions to nurses, doctors, and other medical staff.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Dialysis Technician |
HSS/Q2701 |
4 |
1400 hrs |
800 hrs. |
600 hrs. |
Cardiac Care Technician (CCT)
Cardiac Care Technician (CCT) is a health care specialist who supports cardiologist in diagnosing and treatment of ailments of the human heart.. Individuals in this job assist in performing invasive and noninvasive diagnostic examinations and therapeutic interventions of the heart and/ or blood vessels at the request or direction of a provider.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Cardiac Care Technician |
HSS/Q0101 |
4 |
1500 hrs. |
840 hrs. |
660 hrs. |
SPEECH AUDIO THERAPY ASSISTANT
Speech Audio Therapy Assistant work in numerous settings, including schools, hospitals, clinics and long-term health care facilities. They perform under supervision of speech & audio pathologists for providing assistance in screening, identifying, assessing, diagnosing, referring, and counselling to persons with articulation, fluency, voice, language, communication, hearing, swallowing, and related disabilities under the guidance and supervision of therapist.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Speech Audio Therapy Assistant |
HSS / Q 7601 |
4 |
1000 hrs |
600 hrs. |
400 hrs. |
OPERATING THEATRE TECHNCIAN
Operating Theatre Technician - (OTT): They prepare and maintain operating theatres and equipment, and assist surgical and anesthetic teams during operations. They are also known as “Operation Room Technician”, “Scrubs”, or “Operating Theatre Assistants” when working in a hospital environment. Some of the key responsibilities of the Operating Theatre Technician are transport patients, preparing operating room for surgery, set up, check, connect and adjust surgical equipment, technical assistance to surgeons, clean & restock the operating room, arranging instrument, supplies and equipment according to instruction and position patients for surgery.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Operating Theatre Technician |
HSS/ Q 2601 |
4 |
1200 |
800 hrs. |
400 hrs. |
ASSISTANT PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Assistant Physiotherapist work alongside qualified physiotherapists, assisting in the rehabilitation of patients suffering from reduced mobility. Key tasks of a Assistant Physiotherapist include setting up equipment, preparing clients for therapy and demonstrating mobility aids and exercises. Other duties may include keeping the department tidy and basic administration work.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Assistant Physiotherapist |
HSS/ Q 7701 |
4 |
700 hrs |
500 hrs. |
200 hrs. |
FRONTLINE HEALTH WORKER
Individuals in this job provide support to Allied health workers engaged in National health programmes, act as health counsellors to local communities and provide healthcare services.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Front Line Health Worker |
HSS/ Q 8601 |
3 |
425 hrs |
225 hrs. |
200 hrs. |
BLOOD BANK TECHNICIAN
Blood Bank Technicians work in a lab to collect, label and store blood. The blood bank technicians test samples to screen potential donors, store blood, draws and maintain documentation and records. They make patients comfortable during the procedure and monitor their vital signs. They also check compatibility blood before issuing it out for transfusion.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Blood Bank Technician |
HSS/ Q 2801 |
4 |
1000 hrs |
600 hrs. |
400 hrs. |
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Pharmacy Assistant in the Healthcare Industry is also known as a Pharmacy Technician and Pharmaceutical Care Associate. Pharmacy Assistants work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and perform many pharmacy-related functions. They refer any questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health matters to a pharmacist. Technicians review prescriptions or requests for refills that they receive from patients and nurse.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Pharmacy Assistant |
HSS/Q 5401 |
4 |
425 hrs |
200 hrs. |
225 hrs. |
HISTOTECHNICIAN
Histotechnician process and prepare tissue specimens from surgery and other patient service areas. The HTL prepares tissue blocks and slides with skill and accuracy for evaluation by Pathologists. The Histotechnician must continually employ judgment gained from knowledge, practice, and experience to adjust technique for proficient execution of the manual skills of microtomy, embedding and staining. The HTL must demonstrate knowledge of tissue specimens, anatomy and dissection techniques.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Histotechnician |
HSS/ Q 0401 |
5 |
1200 hrs |
800 hrs. |
400 hrs. |
ANAESTHESIA TECHNICIAN
Individuals in this job provide support to anaesthesia providers in the acquisition, preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anaesthesia.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Anaesthasia Technician |
HSS/ Q 2501 |
4 |
1200 hrs |
800 hrs. |
400 hrs. |
X-RAY TECHNICIAN
Individuals at this job need to create X-ray images of parts of the human body using radiographic equipment under the guidance and supervision of Radiologist . They explain medical imaging procedure, prepare X-ray room & patient for procedure, operate & maintain X-ray machine, record radiological supplies, prepare report & document under Radiologist’s guidance, maintain records and carry out other administrative jobs as needed in the department.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| X- ray Technician |
HSS/Q0701 |
3 |
600 hrs |
360 hrs. |
240 hrs. |
RADIATION THERAPY TECHNOLOGIST
Radiation Therapist Technologist (RTT) work closely with doctors, patients and other members of the health care team. They use advanced computer systems and radiation therapy equipment to implement treatment plans.
| QP Name |
QP ID. |
NSQF Level |
Notional Hours |
Class and Skill Lab training |
OJT/Clinic/Lab Training Hours |
| Radiation Therapy Technologist |
HSS/Q 0601 |
5 |
2000 |
1500 |
500 |
DIABETES EDUCATOR
Diabetes Educator: Health professionals involved in the care of people with diabetes through communication, counselling and education. Individuals in this job are involved in understanding the impact of health behavior and lifestyle on acute and chronic problems of diabetes and provide a comprehensive, cost effective and self-care management plan.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Diabetes Educator |
HSS/Q8701 |
4 |
360 |
240 hrs. |
120 hrs. |
DIET ASSISTANT
The DA assists a registered Diet in planning, preparing and serving meals to patients with specific dietary and nutritional needs. The DA is also known as Dietetic Assistant or Dietary Assistant. Some of the key responsibilities of the Diet Assistant include diet preparation, diet regulations, food handling, safety and sanitary standards and certain administrative functions.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Diet Assistant |
HSS/Q5201 |
4 |
480 hrs |
300 hrs. |
180 hrs. |
MEDICAL RECORDS ASSISTANT
The individual compiles, processes, and maintains medical records of patients in a manner which meets the medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system following its latest coding systems and standards.
| QP Name |
QP ID. |
NSQF Level |
Notional Hours |
Class and Skill Lab training |
OJT/Clinic/Lab Training Hours |
| Medical Records Assistant |
HSS/Q5501, v2.0 |
4 |
1500 |
600 |
900 |
PHLEBOTOMY TECHNCIAN
Individuals in this job need to draw quality blood samples from patients and prepare those specimens for medical testing.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Phlebotomy Technician |
HSS/Q0501 |
3 |
600 hrs |
360 hrs. |
240 hrs. |
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (BASIC CLINICAL EQUIPMENT)
Medical Equipment Technician (Basic Clinical Equipment) install, maintain and repair patient care equipment. They perform inspection, installation, and preventative maintenance of general clinical equipment, including appropriate documentation for all service activities and training the hospital staff.
| Qualification Pack Title |
QP ID. |
Proposed NSQF level |
Notional hours |
Class Room & Skill Lab Training |
OJT/ Clinical/ Lab Training |
| Medical Equipment Technician (Basic Clinical Equipment) |
HSS/ Q 5601 |
3 |
600 hrs |
360 hrs. |
240 hrs. |