Program Overview

Introduction to Manipal College of Health Professions

Manipal College of Health Professions (MCHP) offers a wide range of programs in the field of health professions. The college is affiliated with Kasturba Hospital, a 2050-bedded multi-specialty hospital, providing students with unmatched clinical exposure.

Programs Offered

The college offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, and super specialty programs in allied health sciences, including:

• B.Sc. (Physician Assistant)
• B.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology
• Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
• Bachelor of Optometry
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy
• BASLP (Bachelor of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology)
• BSc Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre
• BSc Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics
• BSc CVT (Cardiovascular Technology)
• BSc Emergency Medicine Technology
• BSc Exercise and Sports Science
• BSc Health Information Management
• BSc Medical Laboratory Technology
• BSc MIT (Medical Imaging Technology)
• BSc Nuclear Medicine Technology
• BSc Perfusion Technology
• BSc Psychology
• BSc Radiotherapy Technology
• BSc Respiratory Therapy
• BSc RRT & DT (Respiratory Therapy and Dialysis Technology)
• BSc RTT (Radiotherapy Technology)
• Certificate Courses in Allied Health
• M.Sc. (Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology)
• M.Sc. (Emergency Medical Technology)
• M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
• Master of Occupational Therapy
• Master of Physiotherapy
• MSc Audiology
• MSc CCIT (Cardiovascular Technology and Interventional Technology)
• MSc Clinical Psychology
• MSc Echocardiography
• MSc Exercise and Sports Science
• MSc Health Informatics
• MSc Health Information Management
• MSc Medical Imaging Technology
• MSc Medical Laboratory Technology
• MSc Medical Radiation Physics
• MSc Nuclear Medicine Technology
• MSc Perfusion Technology
• MSc Respiratory Therapy
• MSc RRT & DT
• MSc SLP (Speech-Language Pathology)
• M.Optom (Master of Optometry)

Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)

The Master of Occupational Therapy course is accredited by the All India Occupational Therapy Association (AIOTA) and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT). The course offers specializations in:

• MOT Developmental Disabilities
• MOT Hand and Musculoskeletal Conditions
• MOT Neurorehabilitation
• MOT Mental Health and Psychosocial Rehabilitation
• MOT Ageing Adult

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the MOT program can pursue careers in:

• Paediatric, psychiatric, orthopaedic or neurological rehabilitation centres
• Special schools
• Industrial Medical Facilities
• De-addiction Centres
• Educational Institutions
• Geriatric Centres
• Private Practice

Teaching Methodology

The teaching methodology includes:

• Classroom Teaching
• Clinical Teaching
• Practical Teaching
• Clinical Case Discussion

Assessment

The assessment includes:

• Three Sessional Exams
• End of Posting Clinical Exams
• Internal Assessments
• University Written Exams
• University Practical Exams
• Completion of Individual Dissertation Project
• A student needs 50% marks to pass each theory and practical exam
• Minimum attendance for appearing university exam is 90%

Facilities

The college provides access to:

• Healthcare facilities for hands-on training
• Innovative Center for multi-disciplinary research
• Laboratories for practical experience
• Sports and fitness facilities
• Libraries with latest publications
• Student housing

Duration and Important Dates

The Master of Occupational Therapy program is 2 years (4 semesters) long. Important dates include:

• Last date to apply
• Tentative course commencement date