Aim of the Program
The aim is to train qualified Telehealth Technicians who can participate in the digital transformation process of healthcare services, effectively use telehealth technologies, securely carry out remote patient monitoring and data management processes, act in accordance with relevant legislation and professional ethical principles, have developed teamwork and communication skills, and are open to lifelong learning.
Our students in the Istanbul Gelişim University Health Services Vocational School Telehealth Technician program graduate as Telehealth Technicians. Our graduates:
1. Gain up-to-date knowledge and application skills regarding telehealth systems and technologies.
2. Effectively contribute to remote care, consultation, and patient monitoring processes.
3. Act in accordance with data security, patient privacy, and ethical standards.
4. Can establish coordinated and effective communication with healthcare professionals.
Target of the Program
Objective:
The Telehealth Technician Program aims to enable its graduates to provide qualified healthcare services in remote care, monitoring, and data management processes by effectively using telehealth technologies.
Mission:
To train confident healthcare technicians who effectively utilize technology in the field of telehealth, possess professional ethical values, and have international qualifications; to conduct scientific research and develop innovative solutions in the areas of remote healthcare services, digital health management, and health informatics with sustainability principles; to contribute to the widespread adoption of telehealth applications that support the community's access to healthcare services; and to provide qualified healthcare professionals who serve humanity and embrace lifelong learning. Vision:
To be a pioneering program at the national and international level that creates value in education, science, technology, and art; that is innovative in the field of telehealth; that guides digital health applications; and that embraces a sustainability approach.
Career Opportunities
Telehealth personnel (telemedicine/telehealth personnel) are professionals working in a rapidly growing field that delivers healthcare services remotely through technological tools. Career opportunities in this area are extensive and continue to expand as technology becomes increasingly integrated with healthcare.
With sufficient experience and complementary training, graduates can pursue career paths as Telehealth Consultants/Nurses, Telemedicine Coordinators, Remote Patient Monitoring Specialists, Digital Health Educators, Health Technology Consultants/Instructors, or work in freelance health consulting roles.
Future of the Department
In an increasingly digital world, the way healthcare services are delivered is undergoing a profound transformation, with telehealth (telemedicine) applications gaining growing importance. Telehealth is a healthcare service model that delivers services such as remote diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and consultation through information and communication technologies. This model eliminates geographical barriers, enabling individuals in rural or hard-to-reach areas to access quality healthcare services. It also provides rapid and sustainable solutions in special situations such as pandemics, natural disasters, and chronic disease management.
Who Should Choose
Individuals who follow new technologies, possess strong communication skills, are capable of crisis management, are patient, empathetic, and clear in their explanations, and who are committed to working within ethical guidelines should consider choosing this program.
Working Places
Main fields of employment include:
Hospitals
Laboratories operating in the healthcare sector
Private healthcare software companies
Medical centers
Programmes allowing Horizontal Transfer
They are eligible to transfer to any associate degree program that admits students through the Basic Proficiency Test (TYT).