Introduction: To give additional insights that Genetics is a rapidly advancing modern genetics has brought to this science and the major strides that field. medicine will accomplish in the present To help participants to become century will be made possible by familiar with the language of understanding the progress of human genetics and the terminology of molecular genetics. If the fruits of this molecular biology. progress are to reach the common To provide participants with the man, the health sciences fraternity has ability to solve problems and think Certificate Course in to keep abreast of the ever increasing analytically. Human Genetics information in genetics. However, the To sensitize the participants about conventional health professionals the various common genetic (Maharashtra University of Health curricula carry very few dedicated conditions. Sciences, Nashik) teaching sessions in genetics. To enlighten the participants about To fill this lacuna, the Department of the significance of molecular Genetics, Immunology, Biochemistry diagnostics for various hereditary and Nutrition (GIBN), Maharashtra disorders. University of Health Sciences (MUHS) To equip the participants with the is offering a certificate course in Human principles of genetic counseling Genetics. It is envisaged that this Organized by: To involve the participants in short– Department of Genetics, Immunology, course will equip the health sciences term research projects fraternity and the technical personnel Biochemistry and Nutrition, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences involved in care of patients and families Outcome: The participants will be able with knowledge of genetics and Pune Regional Centre, to rd molecular biology. 3 floor, Aundh Civil hospital,  Identify and diagnose common Aundh, Pune – 411 027 genetic problems Telefax : (020) 27286143, 27280454 Aims and Objectives:  To understand the Principles of Email: [email protected] To equip the participants with a Genetic Counseling. strong background in the basic  Develop interest in conducting principles of genetics research related to genetics

Eligibility: Bachelor Degree from homeopathy, ayurvedic, unani and/or interpathy. Bachelor degree in Health Sciences like Nursing, Physiotherapy etc. Bachelor degree in Life Sciences. Duration of the course: Six months. Language of Course : English Total Number of Seats: Seats for this course is limited to 30 only. Course Fees: Fees will be Rs.20,000/- and Rs. 500 as application processing fees. Fees should be paid within one month of commencement of the course, either in one or two installments, failing which admission to the course stands cancelled.

should be drawn on any Branch of  Lectures by a panel of faculty Nationalized bank payable at Nashik. The members, expert in Genetics and envelope should be superscripted with Molecular Biology  Clinical case study and discussion “Certificate Course in Human Genetics”  One month training in Genetic The application form thus duly filled must Laboratory. be submitted on or before last date of  Successful candidates will be awarded submission of the application forms on the certificate from Maharashtra University address given below. of Health Sciences. Selection Process: Prospects after the programme: The Candidates will be selected on the basis of course will personal interview.  Help clinicians in the early diagnosis and intervention in genetic disorders Teaching Schedule  Basic knowledge of genetics will be  This is a six month course useful in competitive exams  Interactive sessions with discussion with experts, discussion of case scenarios. Address for Correspondence: Department of Genetics, Immunology, Project work: Biochemistry and Nutrition, Maharashtra Each student will complete a project of University of Health Sciences, 3rd Floor, his/her choice during this period. Aundh Civil Hospital Building, Chest hospital campus, Aundh, Pune – 411 027. Evaluation: Tele/Fax : 020-27286143, 27280454 Internal assessment – 50 marks Website: www.muhs.ac.in Theory exam – 100 marks Project based viva – 50 marks Email: [email protected] Minimum passing 50% in each head

Application Form & Information Brochure: Information Brochure along with blank application form is available on the University website: www.muhsnashik.com. Course features: Application form should be downloaded  Comprehensive coverage of the theory in Human Genetics and sent along with a D.D. of Rs. 500/- in favor of "Registrar, MUHS, Nashik". D.D.

Contact persons : Dr. Mugdha Potnis- Lele (9970012199) Ms. Priti Muley (9850503204) Ms. Aditi Malu (9987644337)