IGNOU Launches PG Diploma in Mental Health

IGNOU Launches PG Diploma in Mental Health

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) School of Social Sciences (SOSS) has introduced the Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health (PGDMH). This program is open to individuals with a master's degree in psychology, social work, nursing, dental surgery, and medical graduates from various fields, including allopathy, ayurveda, unani, siddha, homeopathy, yoga, and naturopathy.

Program Details

• IGNOU's PG diploma in mental health is a one-year course offered in English.
• The total fee for the program is Rs 9,000, with an additional registration fee of Rs 300.
• Admissions are available twice a year, in July and January.

Objectives

The PGDMH program aims to address the urgent need for mental health professionals in India by focusing on capacity building and training professionals in both mental and physical healthcare to meet community needs. The flexible learning format allows students to study at their own pace.

Curriculum

The course covers various aspects of mental health, including fundamentals, disorders, special areas, services, and an internship. It is designed to provide a strong foundation in mental health to address the increasing demand for mental health services.

Support Centers

This IGNOU program is supported by regional and study centers across India, including Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Ranchi, Nagpur, Noida, Jabalpur, Varanasi, and Patna. Notable centers include Montfort College in Bangalore, Lady Hardinge Medical College in Delhi, and Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences in Nagpur.