The ART Fellowship Program at the International Institute of Reproduction and Fertility Training (IIRFT) is a special training course for doctors and science graduates who want to learn everything about Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). This program helps you to understand how treatments like IVF, IUI, and ICSI work and gives you real hands-on experience in labs and clinics.
The course is taught by Dr. Rita Bakshi, a senior IVF expert with over 35 years of experience, along with her team of skilled doctors, embryologists, and lab professionals. They guide you step by step and make sure you get the knowledge and the confidence to work in the field of fertility.
If you’re interested in building a career in IVF and want the best practical training then this program is a great opportunity. Below are all the details you need.
What is ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology)?
Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) includes medical methods that are used to help couples who are facing difficulty to have a baby. It includes procedures where eggs and sperm are handled outside the body to improve the chances of pregnancy.
The most common ART methods are:
- IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization): The egg is fertilized by the sperm in a lab and then it is placed in the uterus.
- IUI (Intrauterine Insemination): Sperm is directly placed into the uterus during ovulation.
- ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection): A single sperm is injected directly into an egg in the lab.
ART is used in cases of male or female infertility, blocked fallopian tubes, low sperm count, unexplained infertility, and more. These techniques help couples who are struggling to conceive naturally.
Types of ART Training Programs
At IIRFT, we offer different types of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) training programs. These programs are made for doctors, lab staff, and students who want to work in the field of fertility and IVF. Each course teaches you specific skills that are used in fertility treatments.
Here are the main types of ART training:
- IVF Training
This course teaches how to collect eggs and sperm, fertilize them in the lab, and place the embryo back into the uterus to help couples get pregnant.
- ICSI Training
In this training, you will learn how to inject a single sperm directly into an egg by using a microscope. This method is used when the sperm count is low or weak.
- Embryo Culture Training
This program focuses on how to grow and take care of embryos in the lab. You will learn how to use special machines and how to check embryo growth step by step.
- Donor Egg and Embryo Training
In this course, you will learn how to use donated eggs or embryos for treatment. It also covers important topics like laws, ethics, and patient care.
- Fertility Preservation Training
This training teaches how to freeze eggs, sperm, or tissues for people who want to have children later such as cancer patients or those who want to become parents later.
- Lab Management Training
Here, you will learn how to run a fertility lab. This includes quality checks, safety rules, and keeping everything well organized and clean.
- Endometrial Receptivity Training
This course teaches how to check if the uterus is ready to accept an embryo. It helps doctors to find the best time for embryo transfer.
Benefits of ART Training
ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) training gives you the right knowledge and skills to work in the field of fertility treatments. If you’re a doctor, embryologist, or a life science student then this training will help you to understand how to support couples who are trying to get pregnant.
Here are some key benefits that include the following:
- Learn step-by-step fertility procedures like IVF, IUI, and ICSI
- Get hands-on training in a real lab setting
- Learn from senior doctors like Dr. Rita Bakshi and her expert team
- Improve your chances of getting hired in top fertility clinics
- Stay updated with the latest techniques and technologies
- Receive a recognized certificate to enhance your professional profile
- Gain confidence to handle real fertility cases
Key Topics Covered in ART Training
The ART training program teaches you how to do fertility treatment. You will learn how to help couples who are facing problems to have a baby. The training includes classroom learning and real lab practice. Here are the main topics that are covered in IIRFT’s ART Training:
- Male and Female Reproductive System
You will learn how the male and female body parts work for reproduction. This includes the uterus, ovaries, testes, and how hormones control periods and egg release.
- What Causes Infertility and How to Find It
This part explains why some couples can’t get pregnant. You’ll also learn about the tests that are used to check men and women for fertility problems.
- Different Fertility Treatments
You will learn about treatments like IVF (making embryos in the lab), ICSI (injecting sperm into an egg), GIFT, and ZIFT (placing eggs and sperm directly into the body).
- Embryology and Andrology
Embryology is about how embryos grow and Andrology is about sperm health. You will learn how to prepare and check the eggs and sperm.
- Legal and Ethical Rules
You will know what are the rules that should be followed during the treatment. This includes taking permission from patients, keeping things private, using donor eggs or sperm, and more.
- Lab Work and Practice
You’ll get to work in the lab and learn how to handle eggs, sperm, and embryos safely. You’ll also learn how to freeze them for future use.
- Managing the Full Treatment Process
You’ll learn how to guide patients through the full treatment. It includes the tests, medicines, embryo transfer, care after the procedure and more.
Course Duration
The ART Fellowship Program at IIRFT is a full one-year training course. During this year, you will spend time in classroom learning and also in practical lab sessions. You’ll get real lab experience along with theory under the guidance of Dr. Rita Bakshi and her expert team.
You will learn all stages of fertility treatment, including lab work, clinical practice, patient care, and advanced ART methods. If needed, the duration can be extended for additional training or further exposure.
Short Term Diploma in ART
At IIRFT, we also offer short-term diploma courses in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) for those who want to learn quickly or have limited time. These programs are perfect for doctors and medical professionals who want to upgrade their skills in a shorter period.
You can choose from the following course durations:
- 1-month diploma
- 3-month diploma
- 6-month diploma
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need to meet a few basic requirements to join the ART Training Program at IIRFT. These are the skills and qualifications we look for:
- Educational Qualification
You should have a degree in medicine (like MBBS) or a related field such as nursing, biochemistry, or life sciences.
- Work Experience
It’s good if you have some experience in gynecology, fertility, or reproductive health, but it’s not always necessary.
- Medical License
Doctors must have a valid medical license in their home country to join the program.
- Basic Clinical Skills
You should be comfortable working with your hands, especially for lab work and medical procedures. This helps in learning ART techniques.
- Good Communication
You should be able to talk clearly with patients and work well with other medical staff.
- English Understanding
You should be able to read, write, and understand English well because the training and study materials are in English.
- Research Experience
If you have done any research work before then it can be an added advantage, but it is not compulsory.
Hands-on Training Includes
The ART Fellowship Program at IIRFT gives you hands-on training, so you can learn every procedure more clearly. You will be guided by experts like Dr. Rita Bakshi and you’ll get to see real procedures and practice in the lab. Here’s what the hands-on training includes:
- Introduction to IVF
- How to help the ovaries produce eggs using hormone injections
- Fertility tests for men and women to find out the cause of infertility
- When IVF is needed, and how doctors make treatment decisions
- Tracking egg development with ultrasound (TVS – transvaginal scan)
- Testing semen and preparing it for IVF or IUI
- Setting up an IVF lab and making sure it’s clean and ready
- Talking with patients in OPD (outpatient department) to understand their problems
- Hands-on Practice with lab work and patient care
- Observing egg retrieval procedures (OPU)
- Doing trial runs of embryo transfer (Mock ET) to make sure the real one goes smoothly
- Handling culture media safely and storing it the right way
- Handling eggs and embryos gently during the IVF process
- Loading catheters correctly for IUI and embryo transfer
- Practicing embryo transfer techniques in the lab
- Dealing with IVF failures and trying new approaches
- Avoiding multiple pregnancies by transferring a single embryo
- Helping patients preserve fertility before cancer treatment
- Learning about egg donation and surrogacy
- Knowing the legal rules and ethics related to IVF
- Following safe lab practices (GLP) and doing regular quality checks
How to Apply?
Applying for the ART Fellowship Program at IIRFT is easy. Just follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of iirft.
- Go to the ‘Courses’ or ‘Apply Now’ section.
- Fill out the application form with your personal and professional details.
- Upload your documents, such as your degree certificate and work experience (if required).
- Submit the form online.
- After reviewing your application, the IIRFT team may contact you for an interview or further details.
If you need help during the application process, you can email or call IIRFT directly. Their team is friendly and ready to guide you.
Accreditation and Certifications
After completing the ART Fellowship Program at IIRFT, you will receive multiple respected certificates that are recognized in the field of fertility and reproductive medicine. These include the following:
- IIRFT Certificate of Fellowship – Awarded by the International Institute of Reproduction and Fertility Training, proving your hands-on and academic training in ART.
- FOGSI Certificate – Given by the Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India, one of the most trusted medical bodies in India.
- ICOG Fellowship – Offered by the Indian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, this fellowship adds value to your professional profile.
- IFS Fellowship – Provided by the Indian Fertility Society, it reflects your advanced knowledge in infertility treatment and reproductive science.
Conclusion
The ART Fellowship Program is a great chance for doctors and healthcare professionals who want to learn more about fertility treatments and IVF. This course gives you knowledge and hands-on experience to understand how to help couples who are facing infertility. You will learn everything including basic tests, advanced procedures like IVF and embryo transfer and more. After completing the program, you’ll be ready to work confidently in fertility clinics.
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