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(Awarded by the Christian Medical College Vellore 
Association)
The two-year diploma in cytogenetic technology is 
awarded by the Christian Medical College, Vellore. 
This is an in-service training programme for 
c a n d i d a t e s w h o h a ve c o m p l e t e d B . S c . i n 
biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, chemistry, 
g e n e t i c s , m e d i c a l l a b o r a t o r y t e c h n o l o g y , 
microbiology or zoology with a first class. Ability to 
understand English is essential.
Cytogenetics is the study of chromosomes. 
Chromosomal abnormalities occur in various 
disorders, including intellectual disability, delayed or 
a b n o r m a l d e ve l o p m e n t , d i s o r d e r e d s e x u a l 
development, infertility, recurrent abortions, 
leukemia, and other cancers. Chromosomal analysis 
aids in making accurate diagnoses, predicting 
outcomes, and planning treatment, as well as in 
prenatal diagnoses of some diseases.
Using supervised bench training and lectures, this 
programme aims to train cytogenetic technologists to:
• Identify normal and abnormal chromosomes 
using a microscope, computer and software relevant 
for chromosomal analysis.
• Obtain chromosomes from blood, bone marrow, 
amniotic fluid and solid tissues, including chorionic 
villus, products of conception, tumours and skin.
• Prepare reagents, use and maintain equipment 
required for cytogenetic analysis.
• Use appropriate cytogenomic terminology as per 
current international guidelines.
They are also exposed to fluorescence in situ 
hybridization (FISH) analysis.
Employment opportunities: Candidates who 
completed the course successfully have been 
employed in cytogenomic, cell culture and molecular 
genetics laboratories in India, as well as overseas.
Eligibility: BSc with 1st class in Chemistry / Botany / 
Z o o l o g y / B i o c h e m i s t r y / M i c r o b i o l o g y / 
Biotechnology or Medical Laboratory Technology.
Duration: 2 years
PG Diploma in Dietetics
(Awarded by the Christian Medical College Vellore 
Association)
Dietetics is an applied health science which involves 
translating the sciences of nutrition and food to 
promote good health. In short, it is Nutrition, Food & 
Health! Dieticians are highly valued healthcare 
professionals. They assist individuals and families in 
choosing nutritious food in health or disease, 
supervise preparation and service of food in groups, 
develop modified diets and participate in nutrition 
research.
The Department of Dietetics at Christian Medical 
College is a clinical support department which offers 
food service to patients. Diet counselling is given for 
all patients, both hospitalized as well as outpatients,
who require medical nutrition therapy. Teaching 
nursing students, as well as other health care team 
members in nutrition and dietetics is a core function. 
The department is actively engaged in collaborative 
research, publicawarenessand nutritionprogrammes. 
It is recognized by the Indian Dietetic Association for 
a six month registered dietician internship training 
programme for candidates who aspire to become 
registered dieticians.
Christian Medical College, Vellore

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Prospectus 2022-2023
P.G. Diploma in Dietetics Course is a one year 
inservice training programme followed by six months 
of compulsory internship. The focus is on practical 
aspects, hands on experience and exposure to real life 
situations. Emphasis is placed on clinical dietetics and 
management of food service in hospitals. The
course inculcates in students the art and science of 
medical nutrition therapy, fundamentals of 
organization and management of food service in 
hospitals.
Employment opportunities: Graduates can work as 
clinical dieticians in hospitals or dieticians in health 
centres, schools, multinational companies, 
corporates, star hotels, factories, sports and health 
clubs; as clinical nutritionists in nutraceutical 
companies and as research dieticians in government 
and non-government institutes. They may also work 
as private diet consultants after clearing the 
Registered Dietician board examination conducted 
by the Indian Dietetic Association.
Eligibility: BSc Home Science/ BSc in Nutrition and 
Dietetics
Duration: 1 year + 6 months internship
PG Diploma in Genetic Diagnosis 
Technology