Healthium, HSSC Partner for Healthcare Skill Development

Healthium Medtech, a global player in medical devices focused on products within the surgical and post-surgical ecosystem - including wound closure, advanced wound care, arthroscopy and infection prevention segments - has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC, a non- profit organization supported by the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII), the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC),  and leading organizations across healthcare providers, pharmaceuticals, medical device industries, diagnostics, in public and private sectors  which  is  aligned with the “ Skill India program” - a flagship initiative under Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

Anish Bafna, CEO & MD of Healthium Medtech, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, saying, “Healthium has always been dedicated to fostering excellence in healthcare by empowering professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. Through this partnership with HSSC, we are thrilled to extend our reach in skill development, focusing on creating practical, industry-relevant training that will directly impact the quality of care patients receive. By equipping healthcare workers with advanced, hands-on skills, we can help build a more competent and confident workforce, ready to meet the complexities of modern medical practices and deliver exceptional patient outcomes.”

The MoU was formalized in New Delhi with senior representatives from both organizations. Healthium and HSSC will now collaborate to deliver training programs aimed at skilling, reskilling and upskilling healthcare workers, enabling them to address evolving challenges in the field.

Ashish Jain, CEO, Healthcare Sector Skill Council, noted the strategic importance of the partnership, stating, “Collaborating with Healthium Medtech aligns with our vision to strengthen healthcare standards in India by cultivating a skilled and adaptable workforce as HSSC is dedicated to building a skilled and competent healthcare workforce that meets the highest industry standards and is equipped to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. Healthium’s commitment to innovation and quality training makes them an ideal partner in our mission to raise the bar for healthcare skills. Together, we aim to set a new benchmark for skill development, contributing to a stronger, more resilient healthcare system aimed at empowering India’s youth with employable skills across various industries and sectors”.

Under the partnership, Healthium Medtech and HSSC will be jointly working on developing the training programs, comprehensive training modules tailored to the specialized skills required in the healthcare sector. In line with this commitment, Healthium will conduct training batches throughout the year. This partnership not only strengthens Healthium’s role in healthcare training but also underscores HSSC’s dedication to expanding the network of quality educational providers within India’s healthcare sector.