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NTRUHS to Introduce 17 Allied Healthcare Courses
Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) is planning to introduce 17 new courses in allied healthcare professions.
These courses, approved by the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP), will be offered in government medical colleges across Andhra Pradesh starting from the 2026-27 academic year.
The university aims to produce skilled healthcare professionals by following national standards and ensuring the availability of qualified faculty and infrastructure.
The initiative also emphasizes research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance the quality of education.
The Andhra Pradesh State Allied and Healthcare Professions Council (APSAHPC) will oversee the implementation of the curriculum to develop a skilled workforce.
NTRUHS to introduce 17 NCAHP-approved Allied and Healthcare Profession courses.
Courses to be offered in government medical colleges across Andhra Pradesh.
Implementation to begin in a phased manner from the 2026-27 academic year.
University committed to producing competent allied healthcare professionals.
APSAHPC to oversee the implementation of the curriculum.
- Who
- Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS)
- What
- Introduction of 17 NCAHP-approved Allied and Healthcare Profession courses
- Where
- Government Medical Colleges across Andhra Pradesh
- When
- 2026-27 academic year
- Why
- To produce competent allied healthcare professionals and strengthen existing courses
Proponents of Expansion
Critics of Expansion
Need for Allied Healthcare Professionals
Proponents of Expansion
There is a growing need for allied healthcare professionals to support the healthcare system.
Critics of Expansion
The current healthcare system may not be able to absorb the increased number of allied healthcare professionals.
Quality of Education
Proponents of Expansion
The introduction of new courses will improve the quality of allied healthcare education.
Critics of Expansion
The rapid expansion may compromise the quality of education due to a lack of qualified faculty and infrastructure.
Key facts
- University
- Dr NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS)
- Courses
- 17 NCAHP-approved Allied and Healthcare Profession courses
- Implementation
- Phased manner from the 2026-27 academic year
- Chairperson
- Dr Pulala Chandrasekhar
- Regulatory Body
- National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP)
Sources
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