Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad

PIMS COMPONENTS

College of Medical Technologies (CMT)

ABOUT THE INSTITUTION

Overview

The College of Medical Technologies provides education and practical training for medical technicians and allied health workers.

College of Medical Technologies (CMT) building at PIMS
College of Medical Technologies (CMT) · PIMS, Islamabad

History

The College of Medical Technologies is a component of PIMS that trains technicians in medical and allied health disciplines. The Government of Japan supported its planning, construction and equipment in collaboration with Pakistan’s Federal Ministry of Health as a gesture of goodwill. The college began functioning in September 1987.

Objectives

The college aims to train health workers in a properly equipped and adequately staffed residential institution, helping meet the need for skilled medical technicians in Pakistan.

Training programmes

The college provides training across medical technology and paramedical disciplines. Its training programme includes biomedical technology, dispenser training and sanitary inspector training.

The original course structure comprised one-year programmes in these disciplines and two-year programmes in other specialties.

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Faculty & governance

The college’s staff includes the principal, medical officers, instructors and supporting officials. Its academic council is chaired by the Executive Director of PIMS.

Facilities

  • Library
  • Audiovisual resources
  • Cafeteria
  • Hostel
  • Games hall
  • Dining hall
  • Recreation room
  • Separate study rooms

Admissions record

4,305Eligible applicants across disciplines
1,089Candidates admitted