Madras University is proud to announce its Diploma in TB Health Visitor Course 2023. This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to become a TB Health Visitor. The course is offered by the Department of Community Medicine, Madras University. It is a one-year full-time course and the fee for the course is Rs. 25,000. The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess, diagnose and manage TB patients. The course also covers the principles of public health, epidemiology, and health promotion. The course also provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of TB Health Visitor. The course is open to all students who have completed their 10+2 or equivalent examination. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded a Diploma in TB Health Visitor from Madras University.

Course Duration	2 Years
Course Fee	Rs. 10,000
Mode of Study	Distance Learning
University Type	State University

Semester	Syllabus
1	Anatomy & Physiology
2	Pathology & Microbiology
3	Pharmacology & Biochemistry
4	Health Education & Communication
5	Public Health & Nutrition
6	Clinical & Community Practice

1. Introduction to Tuberculosis
2. Epidemiology of Tuberculosis
3. Pathogenesis of Tuberculosis
4. Clinical Features of Tuberculosis
5. Diagnosis of Tuberculosis
6. Treatment of Tuberculosis
7. Prevention and Control of Tuberculosis
8. Role of Health Visitor in Tuberculosis Control
9. Health Education and Counselling
10. Communication Skills
11. Documentation and Reporting
12. Research Methodology
13. Legal and Ethical Issues in Tuberculosis Control
14. Quality Assurance in Tuberculosis Control