Diploma in Public Health (DPH) 

at SCTIMST Trivandrum, Thiruvananthapuram

At SCTIMST, Trivandrum, there are 10 seats available for the PG Diploma in Cardiac Laboratory Technology

15 for the PG Diploma in Neuro Technology

 10 for the PG Diploma in Medical Records Science

 10 for the PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion

 10 for the PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology.

Numerous courses in engineering, technology, and medical sciences are available at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) in Trivandrum, India. However, some of the most well-liked and in-demand courses are: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)- For students who want to become physicians, the programme is well regarded and in demand. Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech. )- It is a four-year undergraduate programme that gives students a thorough understanding of engineering and technology. Master of Technology (M.Tech. )- It is a two-year postgraduate programme offers advanced knowledge and abilities in engineering and technology. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. )- It is a research-based doctoral degree that provides advanced training in a specific field of study.

The SCTIMST, Trivandrum admissions procedure is as follows:

Approach the AIIMS, New Delhi, INI-SS (Institutes of National Importance-Super Specialty) entrance exam by submitting an application.
Attend the INI-SS entrance exam and meet the minimum score requirements.
The INI-SS entrance exam rank list will be used to guide counseling.
Those chosen for counseling will need to bring in their certifications and other credentials/documents to SCTIMST for validation.
The candidate will be given the opportunity to enroll in the course if the documents are successfully verified.

At SCTIMST, Trivandrum, PG Diploma placements are typically excellent, with a median salary of INR 5,04,000 in 2023. Apollo Hospitals, AIIMS, JIPMER, CMC Vellore, and Fortis Healthcare are among the top employers. Students can also receive resume writing help, mock interviews, and schooling in soft skills from the institute to aid with their placement. 

• Placements for PG Diplomas at SCTIMST, Trivandrum, are usually excellent.
• For PG Diploma holders, the median pay in 2023 was INR 5,04,000.
• Apollo Hospitals, AIIMS, JIPMER, CMC Vellore, and Fortis Healthcare are among the top recruiters

The cost of the Postgraduate Diploma programs at SCTIMST, Trivandrum varies based on course and duration. Below are a few of the fees:
Rs 17,670 a year for a postgraduate diploma in cardiac laboratory technology.
Rs 17,670 a year for a postgraduate diploma in neuroscience.
The total cost of PG Diploma in Medical Records Science is Rs. 2.04 Lacs.
The total cost of PG Diploma in Clinical Perfusion is Rs. 2.04 Lacs.
The total cost of PG Diploma in Blood Banking Technology is Rs. 2.04 Lacs.

Courses offered by the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Trivandrum, include:

Post-Doctoral Courses:

Vascular Surgery
Post-doctoral (Post DM/MCh./DNB) Fellowship
Specialty Nursing Programme

DM in Neuroanaesthesia

DM in Cardiology
DM in Neurology
DM in Neuroimaging and Interventional Neuroradiology
DM in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anaesthesia

MCh in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
MCh in Vascular Surgery
MCh in Neurosurgery
Post-Doctoral Certificate Courses

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anaesthesia

Cardiovascular Imaging and Vascular Interventional Radiology
Diagnostic Neuroradiology

Diploma in Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nursing
Diploma in Neuro Nursing

In 1976, the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, was founded as an independent medical school and an Institute of National Importance in India. The highest package offered at SCTIMST, Trivandrum is According to the SCTIMST Trivandrum placement statistics for PG 2-year students, the median salary package is found to be Rs. 5,04,000 and the median salary package provided to the PG 3-year student stood at Rs. 26,40,000. 

Since the institute has not yet made the 2023 placement details public, the list of recruiters for the SCTIMST, Trivandrum placements is not yet released. Nonetheless, according to placement data from prior years, some of SCTIMST, Trivandrum's top recruiters are as follows:

AIIMS
JIPMER
Apollo Hospitals
Aster Medcity

Boston Scientific
Johnson & Johnson
Abbott Healthcare
Becton Dickinson
BD Diagnostics
Dr Reddy's Laboratories
Cipla
Sun Pharma
Lupin
Cadila Healthcare

Narayana Hrudayalaya
Shankara Nethralaya
LV Prasad Eye Institute
Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre

Philips Healthcare
GE Healthcare
Siemens Healthineers
Medtronic

Fortis Healthcare
Medanta Hospitals
Max Healthcare

It's true that NIMHANS, Bangalore has slightly lower placements than SCTIMST, Trivandrum. In 2023, PG Diploma students at SCTIMST, Trivandrum received a median salary of INR 5,04,000, while those at NIMHANS, Bangalore received a the average salary of INR 4,80,000. In the field of healthcare, both institutions enjoy excellent reputations, but SCTIMST, Trivandrum provides a greater selection of Postgraduate Diploma programs.

Absolutely, in many aspects SCTIMST, Trivandrum is superior to the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS). Both institutes provide a wide range of services, including patient care, research, and education, and they are highly regarded in their respective fields. For the treatment of neurological and mental health disorders, SCTIMST, Trivandrum, and NIMHANS are both first-rate facilities.