Advanced Diploma in maternal and child health
Course brief
Advanced PG Diploma in Maternal and Child Health is a specialized postgraduate program that focuses on providing advanced knowledge and skills related to the health and well-being of mothers and children. This program is designed for healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, midwives, and public health workers, who want to enhance their expertise in this specific field
The curriculum of this diploma program typically covers a wide range of topics, including:
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Maternal Health:
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Antenatal care
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Intrapartum and postnatal care
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High-risk pregnancies and complications
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Family planning and contraception
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Maternal nutrition and healthcare during pregnancy
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Child Health:
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Neonatal care
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Pediatric diseases and disorders
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Immunization and vaccination programs
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Growth and development monitoring
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Pediatric nutrition and feeding practices
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Public Health and Epidemiology:
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Epidemiological methods and research
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Health policy and management
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Community-based healthcare
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Health promotion and disease prevention
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Healthcare ethics and laws related to maternal and child health
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Research and Statistics:
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Research methodologies
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Data analysis and interpretation
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Evidence-based practice in maternal and child health
Training Format:
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All materials are made available through our Online Learning Platform
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Students should commit approximately 5-6 hours of their time per week
Materials Provided:
Online delivery of curriculum materials, exercises and templates.
Assignments:
In order to demonstrate their understanding of the course content, students will be required to submit assignments at the end of each month.
Learning Plan
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Access to course materials on E-Learning Platform
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Online interaction with Course Moderators
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Monthly assignments
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15-20 Page Project Paper
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End of Course Examination
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued a certificate.
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Career Opportunities:
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Graduates of the Advanced PG Diploma in Maternal and Child Health can pursue careers as maternal and child health specialists, public health advisors, program managers, researchers, or educators. They can work in hospitals, clinics, public health agencies, NGOs, and research institutions, contributing to the improvement of maternal and child healthcare services globally.
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 24 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes




