Newprospectus 2022-23. cdr

Eligibility for diploma courses (CMC Vellore's
Chi oor campus)
: Pass in 10 +2 examinations or its 
equivalent in Science Stream (PCB). Minimum marks 
obtained should have been at least 40% aggregate 
(35% for SC/ST). A good knowledge of English is 
essential.
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology 
(Chittoor Campus)
Laboratory Technology is a health profession which 
deals with the identification, treatment and 
prevention of diseases with the help of clinical 
laboratory tests. These professionals assist doctors, 
scientists and research specialists in diagnosing 
diseases, thereby providing effective treatment for 
patients. About 70% of medical decisions are based on 
laboratory reports for which having a well trained 
professional in a good laboratory setup, is of utmost 
importance.
A Medical Laboratory Technologist will be required 
to work with a number of Automated Analysers and 
manual machines, which require a high level of skill 
and expertise.
The DMLT is approved by CMAI (Christian Medical 
Association of India) and is one of its leading courses. 
This course, started by CMAI in 1927, was the first 
medical technicians' course conducted in India. On 
completion of this diploma course, many universities 
offer an opportunity to do the BSc course in two years, 
by lateral entry.
The laboratory on the Chi oor campus has 
equipment which classifies it as one of the best in 
southern Andhra Pradesh.
The programme aims at achieving the following 
objectives:
• To provide skill - oriented training to students and 
thus create skilled professionals who will be able to 
manage and work in a variety of medical laboratory 
se ings.
• To understand the importance of providing reliable 
laboratory service to enable the medical team to 
provide effective quality care at minimal cost. All 
students will undergo one year of compulsory 
internship. The Diploma Certificate will only be 
issued after the completion of the internship.
Diploma in Optometry (Chittoor Campus)
(Awarded by the Christian Medical Association of India)
Study of the eye and its optical function comprises of 
Optometry. It is a branch of Vision Science. Students 
are trained to deal with refractive errors and 
investigating the diseases of the eye at the 
Ophthalmology Unit, CMC Vellore Chi oor Campus. 
Hands on training in vision assessment, refraction 
correction, spectacle prescription and dispensation, 
investigations related to the eye diseases, and 
assisting the eye doctor. Prospective of the course 
includes employment in eye hospitals, eye clinics and 
vision centres as an Optometrist and Clinical 
assistant. Academic prospects are Bachelors Degree 
in Optometry, Masters in Optometry and PhD.
Eligibility for Diploma in Optometry (awarded by 
CMAI): Pass at 10+2 level or its equivalent, with 50% 
aggregate in English, Physics, Chemistry and 
Biology.
Prospectus 2022-2023

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Christian Medical College, Vellore
Course Name
Eligibility
Type of 
paper
Duration
No. of 
seats
PG Dip in Cardiac 
Technology
BSc with English and any Science subject as main subject from a 
recognised University.
Science
2 years + 1 year 
internship
4
PG Dip in Clinical Pastoral 
Counselling (Affiliated to 
Serampore University)
BTh or BD Degree of Serampore University or its recognised 
equivalent OR any degree (eg. B.A. or B.Sc. or B.Com or BBA) with 
three years of involvement in some form of lay ministry of the 
Church. No age limit.
Specialty- 
counselling
1 year
5
PG Dip in Community 
Health Management
Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree in a health discipline from any 
recognised University OR Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree in 
any discipline from any recognised University with 1 year experience 
of working in development projects, hospital or health programs.
Non-science
1 year
4
PG Dip in Cytogenetics
BSc with 1st class In Physics/Chemistry/Botany/ Zoology/ 
Biochemistry/Microbiology/Biotechnology or BSc MLT from a 
recognised University 
Science
2 years
2
PG Dip in Dietetics
BSc Home Science or BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics form a 
recognised University
Specialty- 
Dietetics
1 year + 6 months 
internship
4
PG Dip in Genetic Diagnosis 
Tech.
BSc with 1st class In Botany/Zoology/Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ 
Microbiology form a recognised University
Science
2 years
2
PG Dip in Health 
Economics, Policy & 
Financial Management
Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree in any discipline from any 
recognised University with 1 year experience of working in hospital, 
health projects, NGOs and Government programs.
Non-science
1 year
4
PG Dip in Histo- 
pathological Lab. 
Technology (Affiliated to 
CMAI)
Pass with minimum 5O% marks in BSc MLT, BSc with Biology or 
Botany/Zoology or Biochemistry or Microbiology as main subject; 
or BSc Physics or Chemistry as main, with Botany or Zoology as 
ancillary form a recognised University
Science
1 year + 1 year 
internship
2
PG Dip in Hospital 
Administration (Affiliated 
to TISS)
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline, from a recognised University.
Non-science
11 months + 5 
months internship
15
PG Dip in Medical 
Microbiology (Affiliated to 
CMAI)
BSc with English as the medium of instruction and Biology (Botany/ 
Zoology) as main subject, BSc MLT, BSc Microbiology as main or 
ancillary subject, from a recognised University. Students who have a 
post- graduate degree need not apply.
Science
1.5 years + 6 
months internship
6
Fellowship in Antimicrobial 
Stewardship for Clinical 
Pharmacists
Pharm D (Doctor of Pharmacy) form a recognised University
Specialty
1 year
2
Fellowship in Hospital 
Chaplaincy
Theologically qualified and ordained pastors
Interview
1 year
3
Fellowship in Hospital 
Quality Management
MBA/MHA/PGDHA/BE/MBBS/BDS/any graduation in 
Medical or paramedical course
Special 
Paper
1 year
12