The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Diploma in Medical Assistant (DMA) course is a great opportunity for those looking to pursue a career in the medical field. This diploma course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful medical assistant. The course covers topics such as medical terminology, medical coding, medical billing, medical office procedures, medical ethics, and medical law. It also provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a medical office setting. The course is divided into two parts: the theoretical part and the practical part. The theoretical part covers topics such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, medical coding, medical billing, medical office procedures, medical ethics, and medical law. The practical part includes clinical experience in a medical office setting, where students will gain hands-on experience in the medical field. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to work in a variety of medical settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and private practices. This diploma course is a great way to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful medical assistant.

Course Duration	Fee	Study Mode	University Type
1 year	Rs. 10,000	Distance	Central University

Semester	Subject	Topics Covered
Semester 1	Anatomy and Physiology	Structure and Functions of Human Body, Cell Biology, Histology, Embryology, Human Genetics, Systemic Anatomy, Regional Anatomy, Physiology of Human Body Systems
Semester 2	Biochemistry	Biomolecules, Enzymes, Metabolism, Nutrition, Endocrinology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Biochemistry
Semester 3	Pathology and Microbiology	Pathology, Microbiology, Parasitology, Virology, Immunology, Clinical Pathology, Clinical Microbiology
Semester 4	Pharmacology	Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapeutics, Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Interactions, Adverse Drug Reactions, Drug Metabolism, Drug Delivery Systems
Semester 5	Clinical Procedures	Clinical Procedures, Clinical Examination, Diagnostic Procedures, Laboratory Procedures, Radiology, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Endoscopy
Semester 6	Medical Ethics and Law	Medical Ethics, Medical Law, Professionalism, Patient Rights, Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance, Clinical Audit, Research Methodology

1. Introduction to Medical Assistant
2. Medical Terminology
3. Anatomy and Physiology
4. Medical Law and Ethics
5. Medical Records and Documentation
6. Clinical Procedures
7. Laboratory Procedures
8. Pharmacology
9. Diagnostic Procedures
10. Health Care Delivery Systems
11. Medical Office Management
12. Communication Skills
13. Professionalism and Quality Care
14. Emergency Care and First Aid