Anesthesia Assistant

National Academy of Medical Sciences
1 years
Rs.
Updated December 21, 2025

University

National Academy of Medical Sciences

Duration

1 years

Fee

Rs.

Summary

Anesthesia Assistant is a one-year program designed to train healthcare professionals in anesthesia techniques, equipment, and patient monitoring under supervision.

Description
The program provides classroom, laboratory, and operating theatre-based clinical training under anesthesia specialists. Trainees learn anesthesia equipment handling, agents, techniques, dosage calculation, and patient monitoring to support anesthesiologists in perioperative care. Graduates can work as anesthesia assistants in hospitals, surgical centers, and critical care units.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (example key domains)

DomainFocus areas
Basic SciencesAnatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology related to anesthesia
Anesthesia TechniquesGeneral anesthesia, regional blocks, sedation, airway management
Equipment HandlingAnesthesia machines, monitoring devices, ventilation equipment
Clinical RotationsOperating theatre, ICU, preoperative and postoperative monitoring
Patient Care & SafetyDosage calculation, patient assessment, intraoperative monitoring, recovery care
Research & EthicsBasic research methods, medical ethics, communication skills

Features

Features

  • One-year full-time program.
  • Supervised clinical exposure in OT and ICU.
  • Hands-on training with anesthesia equipment and drugs.
  • Academic and practical skill development in anesthesia.

Admission Process

Admission process

  • Pass Health Assistant, PCL Nursing, or Ophthalmic Assistant from recognized institutions.
  • Pass entrance exam conducted by NAMS.
  • Registration and enrollment per NAMS guidelines.

 

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Anesthesia assistant in hospitals and surgical centers.
  • Support staff in perioperative and critical care units.
  • Clinical assistant in anesthesia departments