Applications are now open for government training programmes in eight para-medical fields, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has announced.
The programmes are available for those seeking training in the following fields:
- Dental Technician
- Public Health Inspector
- Prosthetist and Orthotist
- Health Entomology Officer
- School Dental Therapist
- Electro Cardiographer
- Dispenser
- Electro Encephalographer
Check qualifications before applying
The Ministry of Health has published details of the professional and educational qualifications required for each training programme.
Applicants can check the requirements in Gazette Extraordinary No. 2501, dated August 7, 2026.
The applications will be accepted according to the requirements and procedures set out in the Gazette notification.
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa announced the opportunity through a post on Facebook.

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