The Tamil Nadu Open University Diploma in General Duty Assistant course is a one-year diploma program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to work as a General Duty Assistant in the healthcare industry. The course covers topics such as medical terminology, medical ethics, patient care, medical record keeping, and medical office management. It also includes practical training in the use of medical equipment and instruments, as well as the administration of medications. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to work in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. They will also be able to provide basic medical care to patients and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.

Course	Duration	Fee	Mode of Study	University Type
Diploma in General Duty Assistant	1 year	Rs. 10,000	Distance Learning	Open University

Semester	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3
Semester 1	Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Medical Law & Ethics, Hospital Administration	Pharmacology, Pathology & Microbiology, First Aid & Emergency Care, Clinical Procedures	Health Care Management, Health Care Informatics, Clinical Supervision & Leadership
Semester 2	Medical Records & Documentation, Clinical Documentation, Medical Coding & Billing	Clinical Laboratory Procedures, Clinical Nutrition, Clinical Psychology	Health Care Quality & Safety, Clinical Research & Evidence-Based Practice, Professional Development

1. Introduction to Health Care
2. Medical Terminology
3. Anatomy and Physiology
4. Medical Ethics
5. Infection Control
6. First Aid and Emergency Care
7. Patient Care and Safety
8. Medical Records and Documentation
9. Communication Skills
10. Pharmacology
11. Nutrition
12. Medical Law and Jurisprudence
13. Clinical Procedures
14. Quality Assurance and Risk Management
15. Professionalism and Leadership