Overview:

The Diploma in  Multi-purpose Health Workers is a tailor-made and innovative vocational education program at the diploma level that not only gives students on-the-job training but also fulfills the need. This is a one-year course in health professional programs offered by many Universities Across India.

The program itself has a professional, focused curriculum that equips students with the proper knowledge to give them everything they need to provide an integrated healthcare experience. This includes the most basic health care practices to the most complex management techniques. Students will be taught important areas of community health, disease prevention, and management, as well as practicalities around how to handle different aspects related to good health. Thanks to this, the program is focused on solid theoretical knowledge as well as practical exercises, so that graduates have not only learned but also practiced using their newly acquired skills.

Students will be trained in areas such as health education, disease prevention, first aid, and basic medical care during the course. Also, they will have the know-how to perceive, control, and prevent common diseases, which could help them be part of the healthcare provision syndicate. This holistic program provides graduates with the skills required to take on important leadership positions in urban and rural healthcare communities as vital personnel dedicated to improving health levels while also protecting community well-being.

National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level - 5

Course Curriculum:

The Multi-purpose Health Workers Program course curriculum, according to the institute, is exhaustive and comprehensive, covering all aspects of health care. The major subjects covered are:

1. Community Health: An Introduction
2. Fundamental Medical Care
3. Maternal and Child Health
4. Prevention and Control of Diseases
5. Health Education and Promotion
6. Nutrition and Dietetics
7. Environmental Health
8. Collection and Analysis of Health Data

Career Opportunities:

The need for skilled, versatile health professionals is expected to expand with the surge in demand for quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare. Graduates of this program can go on to a wide array of healthcare-related careers. such as:

1. Community Health Worker
2. Public Health Educator
3. Public Health Worker, Maternal, and Child Health
4. Environmental Health Officer
5. Health Promoter
6. Disease Prevention Specialist
7. Health Outreach Coordinator
8. Healthcare Assistant
    

The key sectors seeking graduates include:

1. Public Health Departments
2. Community Health Centers
3. Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO)
4. Hospitals and Clinics
5. Schools and Establishments of Learning
6. Environmental Health Agencies
7. International health agencies
8. Government health programs
    

The median monthly salary for multi-purpose health worker graduates is between Rs 15,000 and Rs lakh in their sector, depending on their role and experience. This program builds the cornerstone of a promising career in healthcare that has evolved over time and, with its diverse nature, prepares students on how they can accrue ample knowledge of the skills required, which will help serve them well across all professional settings.