National Council of Paramedical, Delhi – A Unit of Paramedical Foundation

DIPLOMA IN RESPIRATORY & SLEEP MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY

Syllabus & Curriculum

Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Technology Course

( One Year )

OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE:

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

1- To impart core knowledge of human respiratory anatomy, physiology, and pathology, forming the foundation of respiratory diagnostics and therapy.

2- To train students in the operation, calibration, and troubleshooting of respiratory diagnostic devices such as spirometers, peak flow meters, polysomnography systems, and CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure)/BiPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) machines.

3- To develop competence in performing pulmonary function tests (PFTs), arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling, and interpreting basic results.

4- To provide hands-on skills in assisting during sleep studies, recognizing sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and supporting titration protocols.

5- To introduce students to infection control, patient hygiene, and biomedical waste management in respiratory care settings.

6- To ensure safe oxygen therapy, nebulization techniques, and airway clearance procedures under supervision.

7- To emphasize the importance of documentation, patient data handling, digital reporting, and use of hospital information systems (HIS).

8- To promote teamwork, communication, empathy, and professionalism while dealing with patients in ICUs, wards, and diagnostic labs.

9- To enable understanding of sleep physiology and principles of conducting sleep diagnostics using PSG, CPAP titration, and scoring sleep stages.

10- To train students in following safety protocols while handling respiratory emergencies, including basic life support (BLS) and emergency response steps.

11- To prepare students for real-world exposure through clinical internships, hands-on case handling, and structured supervision in hospitals and sleep labs.

12- To instill eethical practice, patient confidentiality, and respect for patient diversity in all aspects of respiratory care and diagnostics.

13- To develop strong understanding of radiation physics and radiation safety principles, including the ALARA principle, shielding practices, and protection guidelines.

14- To enable students to understand respiratory physiology in both normal and pathological states for accurate clinical application.

15- To train students in identifying, recording, and scoring respiratory events (e.g., apneas, hypopneas, desaturation) in sleep diagnostics.

16- To develop ability to work in critical care settings, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and ICU staff in managing respiratory support.

17- To provide basic knowledge of pharmacological agents commonly used in respiratory therapy (e.g., bronchodilators, corticosteroids).

18- To introduce concepts of respiratory rehabilitation and physiotherapy for chronic respiratory conditions.

19- To familiarize students with current national and international guidelines related to respiratory care and sleep medicine (e.g., ATS, AASM protocols).

20- To develop proficiency in patient education and counseling for lifestyle modifications, device compliance, and sleep hygiene.

21- To train students in recognizing early signs of patient deterioration and taking appropriate action or escalation.

22- To foster awareness about occupational hazards, ergonomics, and safety while working with respiratory and sleep equipment.

23- To encourage participation in clinical audits, documentation quality, and basic research in respiratory and sleep diagnostics.

Course Semesters / Course Modules

Semester 1 : Fundamentals of Respiratory & Sleep Science

Module 1 : Basic Anatomy & Physiology ( Respiratory Focous )

Duration : Four weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To provide foundational knowledge of human body structure with a focus on respiratory anatomy and its relevance to respiratory therapy and sleep medicine.

Module 2 : Introduction to Respiratory Care & Instrumentation

Duration : Six Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To introduce students to the basics of respiratory care, oxygen therapy, and primary diagnostic equipment.

Module 3 : Basics of Microbiology & Infection Control

Duration : Four Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To train students in infection prevention and biomedical waste handling in respiratory care environments.

Module 4 : Sleep Physiology & Basics of Sleep Medicine

Duration : Six Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To introduce the student to sleep physiology, stages of sleep, and common sleep disorders.

Semester 2 : Respiratory Diagnostics & Patient Care

Module 5 : Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT)

Duration : Six Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To train students in the use and interpretation of basic pulmonary function tests.

Module 6 : Patient Care & Clinical Monitoring

Duration : Four Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To train students in basic patient handling, vital sign monitoring, and respiratory observation.

Module 7 : Arterial Blood Gases (ABG) & Emergency Response

Duration : Four Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To provide knowledge of ABG interpretation and basic life support in respiratory emergencies.

Module 8 : Clinical Internship - Basic Exposure

Duration : Eighteen Weeks

Type : Theory + Practical

Objective : To provide students with initial hands-on exposure in respiratory diagnostics and sleep study environments, enabling them to observe real-time procedures, interact with patients, and understand hospital workflows and documentation in clinical settings.

Syllabus & Curriculum

Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Technology Course ( TwoYear )