Christian Medical College Distance Education, Vellore

Vellore, Tamil NaduDistance EducationEstd 2004 TNMGRMU, Chennai
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About Christian Medical College Distance Education

CMC Vellore Distance Education was established in the year 2004. It is affiliated with Tamil Nadu University. The college is approved by the Distance Education Bureau (DEB), Medical Council of India(MCI).  CMC Vellore Distance Education provides courses like Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (PGDFM), International Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (I-PGDFM), Distance Fellowship in Diabetes Management (DFID), Post Graduate Diploma, Certificate in General Dentistry (CGD), Foundation for Dental Practice (FFDP). 

  • For Post Graduate Diploma, International Post Graduate Diploma the candidates must have a valid MBBS degree. 
  • For Certificate in General Dentistry (CGD), Foundation for Dental Practice (FFDP), the candidates must have a BDS degree. 
  • The selection of the candidates for the  courses is done on the basis of the merit of the last qualifying examination. 
  • The mode of education at CMC Vellore Distance Education is a hybrid mode of online self-learning modules and face-to-face programs. 
  • Limited scholarships are available, and scholarship decisions will be made based on criteria set by the scholarship committee.

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CMC Vellore Distance Education Highlights

Following are the Highlights of CMC Vellore Distance education:

Particulars Details
Established 2004
Institute Type Private Distance Education
Approved by Distance Education Bureau (DEB), Medical Council of India(MCI)
Set by Government of India
Courses Offered Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (PGDFM), International Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (I-PGDFM), Distance Fellowship in Diabetes Management (DFID), Post Graduate Diploma in Geriatrics (PGDG), Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health (PGDMH), Certificate in General Dentistry (CGD), Foundation for Dental Practice (FFDP).
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-based
Facilities Available Library, Hostel, Auditorium, Sports
Official Website http://courses.cmcdistedu.org/

CMC Vellore Distance Education Unit

CMC Vellore Distance Education focuses on building Human Resources for Health (HRH) at all levels of healthcare. The aim is to provide healthcare delivery systems in India and other developing countries. Medical education is offered through distance mode through various courses, training programs and workshops for doctors and other healthcare professionals. 

  • Candidates can avail of CMC Vellore Distance Education courses through self-learning modules, video lectures, video-conferencing, and face-to-face contact programs.
  • CMC Vellore Distance Education mainly focuses to provide a proper diagnosis, the rationality of prescriptions and medical ethics.  
  • The module incorporates problem-solving principles aided by self-learning technologies. 
  • CMC Vellore Distance Education offers diverse courses for all candidates. 

CMC Vellore Distance Education Courses Offered

The CMC Vellore Distance Education Courses are full-time of 1 or 2 years duration. The details of the course including its duration, intake, and course fees are given in the below table.

Course Duration (2 Years) Eligibility 
Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (PGDFM) 2 Candidates must have a valid MBBS Degree & Valid MCI/ State Medical Council Registration
 
International Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (I-PGDFM) 2 Candidates must pass MBBS Degree & must have valid MCI/ State Medical Council Registration
 
Distance Fellowship in Diabetes Management (DFID) 1 Candidates must have an MD/DNB in General/ Internal Medicine/Family Medicine OR PGDFM/ M. Med. in Family Medicine OR Mission Hospital Doctors with PG Degree OR be a doctor with MRCGP (General Practice (from Nepal)/ FCGP from SAARC Countries
 
Post Graduate Diploma 1 Candidates must have a valid MBBS Degree & Valid MCI/ State Medical Council Registration Specialization: Geriatrics, Mental Health
Certificate in General Dentistry (CGD) 1 Candidates must contain a valid BDS degree and DCI registration
Foundation for Dental Practice (FFDP) 1 and ½ months Candidates must contain a valid BDS degree and DCI registration

CMC Vellore Distance Education Admission

Admissions for CMC Vellore Distance Education is convenient. Candidates can access the application online from the official website of CMC Vellore Distance Education. The status of the application and details regarding further process are communicated through E-mail. 

How to apply for CMC Vellore Distance Education?

The application process is through online mode. Students can follow the below step while applying for admission

  • Visit the official website of the CMC Vellore Distance Education.
  • Register yourselves with a Phone number, email ID
  • Then fill in the application form by choosing the desired course and specialization
  • Enter the academic and personal details and upload the scanned documents which have been asked for in the online form
  • Then submit the filled-in form and take a printout of the following 

Selection Criteria

The selection criteria for CMC Vellore Distance Education are as follows: 

  • The candidates for the distance education of CMC are selected based on the merit of the last qualifying examination. 
  • There is no entrance examination for admission to these courses. 
  • The aspirants of the courses provided by CMC Distance Education must full fill the general eligibility and must have a valid MD/ MBBS/BDS or any other equivalent degree from a Medical Council of India recognized Institution. 
  • Selection for a distance education course in Certificate of General Dentistry(CGD) is conducted through a one-week contact program conducted at CMC Vellore.

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CMC Distance Education Facilities

CMC Vellore Distance Education is offered in hybrid mode online classes with face-to-face programs. Students are provided with a stay at the college during the contact programs.  The college provides a wide variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities which give a head-start to students, developing their personality and imparting skills of decision-making and leadership. Facilities include:

  • Central Library: The college has an extremely Innovative, approachable and user-friendly Central Library for both reflective and collaborative work and study. 
  • Central Computer Centre (CCC): CCC provides space for other computing facilities with excellent internet along with system administration and technical support.
  • CCTV: The entire campus is vigilance through 233 HD CCTV cameras via the campus network links and it uses a bulk data storage unit to store the footage of the cameras.
  • Canteen: The canteen provides healthy, hygienic and tasty food at reasonable prices. Separate sections for vegetarians and non-vegetarians are available and can accommodate, nearly 250 students. 
  • Sport: The college promotes sports and has 5 grounds. The students have achieved a lot of prizes at various levels. Indoor facilities like table tennis, carrom, chess, etc are available.
  • Gym: The college has well-equipped gym facilities for the healthy lifestyle of the students.

CMC Distance Education Faculty

The CMC Vellore Distance Education has a well-experienced faculty with most teachers completing their Master's and PhD’s in their respective subjects. The teachers are devoted and helpful.

Dr Sunil Chandy - Director 

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CMC Distance Education FAQs

Ques. What is the admission fee that is required to be paid by the students for admission to the courses in Christian Medical College Distance education?

Ans. The admission fee for Indian students varies from INR 250-1000. The students while applying for the courses must pay the application fee Online via any online payment mode Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

Ques. Does the Christian Medical College Distance education provide any scholarship for Distance education?

Ans. The Christian Medical College does not provide any financial aid to its students for distance education. The courses are self-financed courses. The students need to pay the course fee themselves.

Ques. What are the documents required for admission to the Christian Medical College Distance education?

Ans. The Documents Required for admission to the courses of CMC are a Passport size photograph (in jpg format), Specimen Signature (in jpg format)., Photocopy of Govt. Id Proof (in jpg format).Self Attested Photocopy of Degree Certificates, Self Attested Photocopy of All year/ All Semester Mark-sheets, MCI/ State Medical Council Registration Certificate, Caste Certificate, and Any Other Certificate as required.

Ques. Is there any provision for the admission of foreign candidates in the courses from CMC Distance Education?

Ans. The Christian Medical College also permits the admission of foreign candidates to the courses, where the admission fee varies for the students of SAARC countries and Non-Residential Indians/ Foreign Nationals. The admission fee for the Non-Residential Indians/ Foreign Nationals is US$ 60 and that of the SAARC countries, it is US$ 30

Ques. Are all the courses open for foreign candidates in Christian Medical College Distance education?

Ans. No, all the courses are not open to foreign candidates. Courses like Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health (PGDM), Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (PGDFM), International Post Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (I-PGDFM), Distance Fellowship in Diabetes Management (DFID), Post Graduate Diploma in Geriatrics (PGDG), are available for the foreign student. The students must match the eligibility of the particular courses and must pay the allotted admission fee and course fee for foreign candidates.

Ques. What are the specialization courses provided for PG Diploma by CMC Distance education? 

Ans. Specialization courses in Geriatrics and Mental health are offered for PG Diploma by CMC Distance education. 

Ques. Does the CMC Distance Education offer an instalment mode of payment for Distance education?

Ans. Yes, the payment in three instalments is offered for Distance education. 

Ques. What is the admission application fee for Indian citizens for the PG Diploma in Geriatrics Distance education in CMC Vellore?

Ans. The admission application fee is Rs.1000/- for Indian citizens residing and working in India. 

Ques. Is it necessary for an MBBS candidate to bring along non-MBBS graduates for PGDMH admission?

Ans. Yes, it is a must to apply for this course as a team along with a non-MBBS graduate however, an MBBS doctor is the primary applicant for this course. But neither the MBBS doctor nor the non-MBBS graduate can apply independently for this course.

Ques. What is the selection process for a Dental Distance education program at CMC Vellore?

Ans. Selection is made through prospective candidates after attending a one-week contact program conducted at CMC Vellore.

Ques. What is the course component for Distance Fellowship in Diabetes Management in CMC Vellore Distance Education?

Ans. 25 problem-based interactive modules (compiled in 4 volumes of textbooks), in self-learning format.

Ques. What is the duration of the Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health at CMC Vellore Distance Education?

Ans. The duration of the course is 1 year at CMC Vellore for PGDMH.

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Christian Medical College Distance Education Fees & Eligibility

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PG Diploma
3 Courses
75,000 - 90,000 (1st Year Fees) Graduation

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Balanilayam, No. 95, Sanjeevipuram, Bagayam
Vellore - 632001
Tamil Nadu, India
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