Diploma in BCG technician (2 year)

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Diploma in BCG technician (2 year)

📚 Year‑wise Syllabus Structure

Year 1: Foundations & Core Technical Skills

Theory & Practical Components

  1. Introduction to TB & BCG
    • History, epidemiology, mechanism and public health importance of BCG vaccination and tuberculosis 
  2. Diagnosis of TB
    • Sputum examination, chest X‑rays, PCR and drug sensitivity testing, interpretation of results 
  3. BCG Vaccine Handling & Administration
    • Storage, cold chain, handling, intradermal delivery techniques, vaccination logistics 
  4. Community Health & Perception
    • Public awareness, stigma, community engagement strategies, role of health workers 
  5. IT & Computer Basics
    • MS Office, internet use, basic networking, cybersecurity, database management 

Year 2: Advanced Management & Programme Coordination

Theory & Practical Components

  1. Treatment & TB Management Protocols
    • DOTS, first- and second-line regimens, drug-resistant TB management, side‑effect monitoring 
  2. Comorbidities & Public Health Guidelines
    • TB interactions with HIV, diabetes, COPD; adherence to WHO/NTEP guidelines and infection control 
  3. TB Programme Management (NTEP)
    • Surveillance, contact tracing, NIKSHAY system, KPI reporting, evaluation frameworks 
  4. Public Health Interventions & Education
    • Vaccination campaigns, policy implementation, behavior change communication 
  5. Advanced Computer & IT Skills
  • Data entry in health registries, basic analytics, digital reporting tools 

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