Diploma

Duration: 2 Years | Fee: INR 50,000

Diploma course have been validated by our Supreme Court of India for training individuals to become a professional in imparting medical services, providing medical assistance, and opening their primary healthcare centers.

Course Overview

The Diploma in CMS & ED (Community Medical Services and Essential Drugs)is a vocational training program designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide basic healthcare services and manage common medical conditions with essential drugs in rural and underserved areas. This course typically spans 18 months and is aimed at improving healthcare accessibility by training community-level health workers.

Curriculum and Training

The curriculum for the Diploma in CMS & ED includes a comprehensive study of basic human anatomy and physiology, principles of general medicine, common diseases, and their management using essential drugs. The program also covers aspects of community health, preventive medicine, and health education. Training is both theoretical and practical, with significant emphasis on hands-on experience in community settings. Students participate in internships and fieldwork, applying their knowledge directly in rural or semi-urban healthcare centers, which is crucial for their professional development and effectiveness in real-world scenarios.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Diploma in CMS & ED program have various career opportunities primarily within the public health sector. They can work as community health workers, health advisors, or medical assistants in government health departments, NGOs, and rural health clinics. Their role is crucial in bridging the gap in healthcare delivery in areas where medical resources and access to doctors are limited. Additionally, there are opportunities for employment in health education and promotion programs, focusing on improving health outcomes in community settings.

Subjects

Semester 1

1. ANATOMY
2. PHYSIOLOGY
3. PATHOLOGY
4. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION

Semester 2

1. PHARMACOLOGY
2. MEDICAL JURISPRUDENCE
3. OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Semester 3

1. PRACTICE OF MEDICINE
2. ESSENTIAL DRUG PRACTICE
3. PRIMARY HEALTH CARE
4. MEDICAL AWARENESS PROGRAM & PRACTICE

Semester 4

1. HEALTH & HYGIENE
2. MEDICAL & HEALTH PROGRAM & PRACTICE
3. HEALTH EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY PHARMACIST
4. COMMUNICATION SKILLS