Course Description
Post Graduate Diploma (PG Diploma) in Multipurpose Health Worker (MPHW): A Post Graduate Diploma (PG Diploma) in Multipurpose Health Worker (MPHW) is a formal education program designed to train individuals for diverse roles in community and primary healthcare, particularly in rural and urban settings. While often a 1-year or 2-year program, it equips students with skills in health promotion, disease prevention, basic patient care, and maternal and child health, preparing them to work as frontline health workers in national health programs and community initiatives.
Course Highlights
Duration: Typically a 1-year or 2-year program.
Eligibility: Often requires completion of Class 12, preferably in the science stream.
Curriculum: Focuses on public health, community health, maternal and child healthcare, sanitation, nutrition, disease control, and basic medical care.
Skills Developed: Includes health education, first aid, immunization, basic diagnosis, and management of minor illnesses and injuries.
Practical Focus: Combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, often including internships and field work.
Role of an MPHW
Multipurpose Health Workers serve as the initial point of contact for communities with the healthcare system. Their responsibilities include:
Promoting health: Conducting health education and raising awareness about hygiene and sanitation.
Disease prevention: Assisting in immunization programs and disease control efforts.
Basic care: Providing primary healthcare services, including basic diagnosis and treatment for minor ailments.
Community engagement: Working within communities, especially in rural and underserved areas, to ensure access to healthcare.
Emergency response: Providing treatment and assistance during emergencies, accidents, and natural disasters.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared to work in various settings, including:
Government health departments and national health programs.
Hospitals and clinics, especially in rural and community health services.
Public health initiatives and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Collaboration with other health professionals like doctors, nurses, and public health workers.
Course Fee : 70000/- per year
Duration : 1 year
Eligibility : Graduation in Relevant Stream.
