Malla Reddy University’s Diploma in Community Medical Service and Essential Drug course is a great opportunity for students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the medical field. The course covers a wide range of topics, including medical ethics, public health, and essential drugs. Students will learn about the principles of community health, the importance of preventive health care, and the role of essential drugs in providing quality health care. They will also gain an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks governing the medical profession. The course also provides practical training in the use of essential drugs and their administration. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to provide quality medical care to the community and be able to identify and treat common illnesses. This diploma course is a great way for students to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful medical professional.

Course Duration	Course Fees	Mode of Study	Institute Type
2 Years	INR 1,00,000	Full-Time	University

Semester	Syllabus
1st Semester	Introduction to Community Medicine, Health Education & Communication Skills, Biostatistics & Research Methodology, Environmental Health, Health Administration & Management, Health Economics, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Maternal & Child Health, Community Health Nursing, Community Medicine & Primary Health Care
2nd Semester	Epidemiology & Communicable Diseases, Non-Communicable Diseases, Health Care of the Elderly, Mental Health, Nutrition, Medical Sociology & Demography, Health Programmes & Projects, Essential Drugs, Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Community Medicine & Primary Health Care
3rd Semester	Public Health & Preventive Medicine, Health Care of the Disabled, Health Care of the Urban & Rural Poor, Health Care of the Tribal Population, Health Care of the Adolescent, Health Care of the Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Health Care of the Substance Abuse, Health Care of the HIV/AIDS, Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Community Medicine & Primary Health Care
4th Semester	Medical Genetics, Health Care of the Elderly, Health Care of the Urban & Rural Poor, Health Care of the Tribal Population, Health Care of the Adolescent, Health Care of the Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Health Care of the Substance Abuse, Health Care of the HIV/AIDS, Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Community Medicine & Primary Health Care

1. Introduction to Community Medical Service
2. Principles of Essential Drug Therapy
3. Health Care Delivery Systems
4. Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
5. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
6. Health Care Financing
7. Health Care Quality Improvement
8. Health Care Informatics
9. Health Care Policy and Regulations
10. Health Care Economics