Manipal University Diploma in Community Medical Service and Essential Drug course is a unique program that provides students with the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the health care system and the medical services available in the community. The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to provide quality medical services to the community. It covers topics such as public health, epidemiology, health promotion, health economics, health care delivery, and essential drugs. The program also provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience through field visits and internships. The course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to become effective health care professionals and to serve the community in a meaningful way. The course is an ideal choice for those who are looking to pursue a career in the health care sector.

Duration

2 years

Fees

Rs. 1,50,000

Mode of Study

Full-time

Institute Type

University

Year	Syllabus
1st Year	Introduction to Community Medicine, Epidemiology, Health Education & Communication Skills, Biostatistics, Environmental Health, Health Administration & Management, Maternal & Child Health, Nutrition, Health Economics, Health Care of the Elderly, Research Methodology, Primary Health Care & Essential Drugs.
2nd Year	Community Health Nursing, Health Care of Special Groups, Occupational Health, Mental Health, International Health, Reproductive & Sexual Health, Genetics & Health, Disaster Management, Health Informatics, Human Rights & Medical Ethics, Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics.

1. Introduction to Community Medicine
2. Epidemiology
3. Health Care Delivery System
4. Health Education and Communication
5. Primary Health Care
6. Health Economics
7. Health Care Management
8. Environmental Health
9. Maternal and Child Health
10. Nutrition
11. Mental Health
12. Communicable Diseases
13. Non-Communicable Diseases
14. Essential Drugs
15. Health Care Research and Statistics