Health Services Academy Islamabad

Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Entomology and Disease Vector Control (PGD-MEDVC)

Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Entomology and Disease Vector Control (PGD-MEDVC), Health Services Academy Islamabad

Pakistan and neighbouring regions suffer from recurring vector-borne diseases such as Dengue, Malaria, Leishmaniasis and CCHF. The Health Services Academy has launched the PGD-MEDVC to train qualified professionals to design evidence-based and sustainable control strategies.

Eligibility (Basic Qualifications)

  • MBBS
  • PharmD
  • MLT
  • BS (Hons) in Biological and Public Health Sciences

Course Objectives

  • Fill the knowledge gap in medical entomology within the national context
  • Provide trained human resources for operational control programs, research and teaching
  • Provide technical assistance to government and stakeholders for sustainable VBD control strategies

Expected Outcomes

  • Investigate the epidemiology of major vector-borne diseases
  • Identify vector species responsible for pathogen transmission
  • Plan, implement and monitor vector control programs based on Integrated Vector Management (IVM)

How to Apply

Download the prospectus and application form from www.hsa.edu.pk.

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