The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS) is certainly beyond doubt one of the very few educational institutes in Sri Lanka that thrusts not only its young and mature learners too to shine in not only academia but to also gain confidence and exercise their own aptitude to be all round achievers. IIHS continues to soar in the Sri Lankan and South Asian education sectors as it stands out as one of the very few private institutes to offer unique international pathways to courses in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Bio Medical Sciences, Health Administration and Education. IIHS is proud to be the home of hard working, ambitious, critical thinking and determined students who continue to take large strides in the academic world. These students not only thrive in the classroom but bring vibrancy to the multiple endeavours that IIHS thrusts their students into. Whilst IIHS brings out the best in academia, we value research and community projects which would add value to a student’s professional career. Enhancing the scope for health education the International Institute of Health Science (IIHS), having the leadership in Sri Lanka for healthcare training with a history over 18 years, at the same time outspreads the possibility for a one stop shop for all health care training and brings world class education to your door step.
Predominantly being the premier health educator offering Internationally accepted courses at a local price which is at 1/3rd of the cost made affordable to many Sri Lankan students as well as creating opportunities to foreign employment where one could work, study and live a family life uninterrupted.
In 2020 IIHS has expanded its programmes further by introducing Advanced Diplomas in Pharmacy, Advanced Diploma in Optometry and Advanced Diploma in Radiography and Radiotherapy.
Dr. Kithsiri Edirisinghe (MBBS, MSc, MD (Medical Administration), Founder/ CEO/ Director Academics, Strategy and International Affairs, IIHS, states “The objective of IIHS is to export a skilled work force by offering world class programmes as 3+1 pathways where a student gets the opportunity to study 3 years at IIHS and one year either in well renowned universities in Australia, UK, or Finland. This would lead to registration and employment in the said countries with a greater opportunity to gain Permanent Residency in the countries. Looking at this as a global prospective and contributing to improve its overburdened education system and keep up with the growth, these new additions to the curricula will support allied health professionals in diagnostic, pharmaceutical, and optometric industries effectively, furthering this concept IIHS aims to create Sri Lanka as a regional hub for education . We now not only confine to Health education but also to many other fields of education, this no doubt supports one to focus on a career which is in demand in Sri Lanka and foreign counties”.
New programs at IIHS for 2020
Advanced Diploma in Pharmacy
The pharmaceutical industry is a rapidly developing area with continuous growth in new sectors. this pharmacy curriculum provides adequate modules which is delivered exclusively by IIHS, students after A/L and existing pharmacists will be considered eligible, the course will be offered through a digital education platform also face to face class room education, which is a hybrid method, creating foreign pathways for higher education and foreign jobs.
Advanced Diploma in Optometry
This course is aimed at diploma holders who wish to up skill themselves by toping up with relevant education in optometry with some previous experience and an interest in updating their knowledge of new technology and its application in ophthalmology. The course is delivered exclusively by IIHS, students after A/L and existing optometrists will be considered eligible, the course will be offered through a digital education platform also face to face class room education, which is a hybrid method, creating foreign pathways for higher education and foreign jobs.
Advance Diploma in Radiography and radiotherapy
Advance Diploma in Radiography and radiotherapy is a paramedical professional course, offered by IIHS to individuals who perform diagnostic tests and treat patients with radiotherapy, In simple terms, radiography may be described as the science of taking images of the internal and hidden portions of the human body for the purpose of diagnosing diseases and ailments. This includes the use of ultrasound, X-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.
This profession calls for considerable technological expertise. Radiographers work as a part of the healthcare team in the Diagnostic Imaging Department, Accident & Emergency, Intensive Care Unit and Operating Theatre. Radiographers in short, are trained to take x-rays, MRI, CT scan etc. Sometimes, radiographers are also involved in giving radiotherapy treatment to cancer patients. This course is TVC approved and delivered exclusively by IIHS, students after A/L and existing radiographers will be considered eligible, the course will be offered through a digital education platform also face to face class room education, which is a hybrid method, creating foreign pathways for higher education and foreign jobs.
The Learning Environment
Yielding to the emerging technology and complying education with the Learner Management system (LMS) enables students to practically apply the knowledge gained in the classroom furthering its pioneering model in education through a digital mode, IIHS has recognised the cognitive, social and emotional learning benefits that students experience through the most innovative and novel educational delivery methods via technology. Therefore, at a very young age students are exposed to the Learner Management System at IIHS keeping in line with the international education standards. This venture has been an award-winning project that redefined Digital Education once again takes pride in winning the e-learning category in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
Research and Community Engagement
During a student’s time at IIHS, students are provided the opportunity to engage in research activities and present at local and international conferences. This would improve the portfolio of the student and would provide the confidence to speak at international forums. Furthermore, students are encouraged to actively participate in community projects to build better relationships with the community whilst gaining a thorough understanding of their needs. This holistic approach to learning is valued very much at IIHS.
