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.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://icmr.nic.in/icmrnews/bioethics/course.htm
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