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This step has to be taken after lots of planning and thinking. You just can’t afford to choose what to do after 12th standard carelessly. You must take into consideration various factors like- your interests, job scope and opportunities etc while choosing your career.
1. B.Sc(Bachelor’s in Science-When it comes to B. Sc program, the course duration is 3 years. After graduation, one may go for PG course- M. Sc.It lasts for 2 years. Some of the good B. Sc courses are in Biomedical Sciences,Anthropology
Bio-Chemistry,Biological Sciences,Botany,Microbiology,Zoology,Botany and Food Technology,Bioinformatics,Audiology,Radiology,Genetics etc.

2.B.PHARMACY.Pharmacy course is all about the pharmaceutical sector. It deals with topics such as making medicines, chemicals involved in making medicines, uses of medicines etc. This course is 4 years long.One may also get job in hospitals that hires chemists. Government sector jobs are also available for graduates, such as- in Government hospitals, as an Officer in the Drugs department etc.Job profiles available after completing the course are-Pharmacist,Medical representative,Research professional

3.MBBS-The most sought after course. The duration of this course is five and a half years. Academic duration is four and a half years. This is followed by an internship that lasts a year. So, combining them together, the duration of MBBS program turns out to be 5.5 years!Becoming a Doctor is not too easy. First of all, getting an MBBS seat in a private or Government College is a very difficult task. Then, the course is also not too easy!Still, doing MBBS and following it up with PG course will help you build a rewarding career. Healthcare business is booming and the demand for well qualified Doctors is expected to shoot up in the future. One may get job in Government or private sectors. Also, opening one’s own Clinic is also a good option!

4.BDS-stands for Bachelor of Dental Surgery. The course duration is 5 years. Of those 5 years, classroom studies make up 4 years. 1 year is dedicated towards internship!Getting into MBBS program is too tough. But getting a BDS seat is relatively easy! But at the same time, career prospects are a bit dim, when compared with MBBS. Still, one may complete BDS, follow it up with PG course and build a good career.

5.B.A.M.S.stands for Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. If you want to become an Ayurveda Doctor, B.A.M.S. course is for you! The course duration is five and a half years. Four and a half years are dedicated towards classroom courses and rest 1 year towards internship.In comparison to M.B.B.S. and BDS programs, getting a seat in BAMS program is easier! And talking about career prospects, the future in this sector is all set to be bright! Take a look at the pace at which Health tourism has been developing in the recent times. Ayurveda resorts and treatment evidently have played an effective role in developing health tourism.ore and more people are trying out Ayurvedic treatment, thanks to its rising popularity and lack of side effects! So, it is safe to say that job opportunities will certainly increase with time. One may land job in private as well as Government sector.

6.B. ScNURSINGIn Healthcare sector, the demand for well trained and qualified nurses is huge! The demand is increasing with time, but the supply, the number of qualified nurses graduating each year, is not satisfying this demand! In short, qualified nurses are well valued and are rewarded well for their service!This course is 3 years long. It can be followed up with an M.Sc. Degree. There is a notion that this course is meant exclusively for girls. But it is not true at all! Male candidates too may pursue it.Ample amounts of jobs are available in both Private as well as Government sectors. Private as well as Government Hospitals are keen to recruit well qualified nurses.

7.BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY:Physiotherapy professionals are well valued in Healthcare sector. They are required to help patients recover and rehabilitate from muscular injuries and physical injuries through non surgical methods.The course duration is four and a half years. 4 years are dedicated towards classroom studies and practical lessons. 6 months are dedicated towards internship.Talking about career prospects, after graduation, one may take up job of a physiotherapist in private as well as Government hospitals. One may also start one’s own venture.

8.B.H.M.S.- stands for Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery. This course deals with Homeopathic medicines and procedures in detail. The course duration is five and a half years.What makes this course valuable is the fact that there are still many people who rely on Homeopathic medication and treatment. So, finding job in Private hospitals won’t be a problem for B.H.M.S. Graduates.

9. DIPLOMA COURSES

Below are some job oriented Diploma courses, which Biology Group students may pursue after 12th. Their duration may vary from 6 months to 1 year. Traditional Diploma course may last even longer than the period mentioned above.

• Diploma in Pharmacy,Diploma in Medical Electronics,Diploma in Forestry,Diploma in Toxicology,Diploma in Yoga Education,Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition,Diploma in Nursing,Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery,Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology,Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology,Diploma in Anaesthesia Technology.

To add to this if you have PCMB you can also opt for B.Tech or B.E in Biotechnology.Biotechnology Engineeriing is one such course that both Mathematics and Biology group students may pursue!

I hope you would help you. For further queries please feel free to write me down in the comment box.