Applications are being invited for one year Online Diploma Program in Bioethics under the ICMR-IGNOU Joint Initiative
Indian Council of Medical Research under the project "Centrally Co-ordinated Bioethics Education for India" which is continuation of "Long Term Training Program in Bioethics for India" has launched a One
year Online PG Diploma in Bioethics program as distance learning in the year 2011 under the ICMR-IGNOU joint initiative. The Program is funded by Fogarty International Centre, National Institute of Health,
USA and is being conducted by the National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR), Chennai. The first batch of 43 trainees will be completing this one year program in June 2012. The program includes various
methodologies of distance learning like virtual class, online study material and online exams. This Diploma program covers a wide range of courses in Bioethics like philosophy, ethics in clinical and social
science research related to health, research methodology, education and communication technologies, research ethics and health related laws.
Essential criteria:
Nomination by the Head of the institution.
Qualification - graduation in any discipline and working in healthcare
services, social sciences and philosophy, etc., or engagement in
activities related to institutional ethics committee.
Desirable criteria :
-Mid-career level motivated person preferably having a background that
reflects significant interest in bioethics, previous training or involvement in activities related to ethics
-Track record should indicate their capacity to carry forward the program.
-Proficiency in English and Computer literacy
They would be trained to promote ethical research and dissemination of bioethics education in their institutions. The primary objective is to equip them with necessary knowledge and skills to develop as leaders in teaching of bioethics and its application at various levels and settings. The Program is designed to cause least problems in execution of routine activities of full time professionals. Trainees are required to complete eight courses spread over the year. The detailed schedule will be at the website of IGNOU.
The nominee may send the enclosed form at the earliest convenience to
Dr. Nandini K. Kumar,
Co-investigator, R 127,
3rd Avenue, TNHB,
Ayapakkam, Chennai 600077
for further action in this matter. The last day for submission is 7thMay, 2012. An advance copy(scanned) can be sent by email to priya.jeyachandran@gmail.com . The expenses related to the Program
including the fees would be borne by ICMR under the above-mentioned project. The Head of the institution has to certify that the chosen applicant will successfully complete the course and her/ his training
will be utilised well for promotion of bioethics in your institution as well as in the region.
Indian Council of Medical Research under the project "Centrally Co-ordinated Bioethics Education for India" which is continuation of "Long Term Training Program in Bioethics for India" has launched a One
year Online PG Diploma in Bioethics program as distance learning in the year 2011 under the ICMR-IGNOU joint initiative. The Program is funded by Fogarty International Centre, National Institute of Health,
USA and is being conducted by the National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR), Chennai. The first batch of 43 trainees will be completing this one year program in June 2012. The program includes various
methodologies of distance learning like virtual class, online study material and online exams. This Diploma program covers a wide range of courses in Bioethics like philosophy, ethics in clinical and social
science research related to health, research methodology, education and communication technologies, research ethics and health related laws.
Essential criteria:
Nomination by the Head of the institution.
Qualification - graduation in any discipline and working in healthcare
services, social sciences and philosophy, etc., or engagement in
activities related to institutional ethics committee.
Desirable criteria :
-Mid-career level motivated person preferably having a background that
reflects significant interest in bioethics, previous training or involvement in activities related to ethics
-Track record should indicate their capacity to carry forward the program.
-Proficiency in English and Computer literacy
They would be trained to promote ethical research and dissemination of bioethics education in their institutions. The primary objective is to equip them with necessary knowledge and skills to develop as leaders in teaching of bioethics and its application at various levels and settings. The Program is designed to cause least problems in execution of routine activities of full time professionals. Trainees are required to complete eight courses spread over the year. The detailed schedule will be at the website of IGNOU.
The nominee may send the enclosed form at the earliest convenience to
Dr. Nandini K. Kumar,
Co-investigator, R 127,
3rd Avenue, TNHB,
Ayapakkam, Chennai 600077
for further action in this matter. The last day for submission is 7thMay, 2012. An advance copy(scanned) can be sent by email to priya.jeyachandran@gmail.com . The expenses related to the Program
including the fees would be borne by ICMR under the above-mentioned project. The Head of the institution has to certify that the chosen applicant will successfully complete the course and her/ his training
will be utilised well for promotion of bioethics in your institution as well as in the region.
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