Course Information

DAA is a distance education program, offered jointly by the Christian Medical College, Vellore and the International Asthma Services (IAS), a registered charitable institution in Colorado, USA.  The course was formulated to train qualified specialists in both theoretical and practical aspects of the practice of Allergy and Asthma and related aspects of clinical Immunology. We believe the training would equip the trainees with the necessary skills to practice this specialty. Specialists with an MD degree or DNB or PG diploma in TB & Chest/Respiratory diseases/ Pediatrics / General Medicine / MS in ENT are eligible to apply. Candidates with an MBBS qualification with a proven track record of academic practice in Allergy and asthma of at least 5 years may be considered, at the discretion of the selection committee. These candidates should substantiate their experience when they apply.

International and National faculty will provide 4 one week contact programs in Vellore, Tamilnadu. Basic study material shall be provided for reference. The candidates are expected to refer to additional materials as required and complete the assignments. On successful completion of the course, a certificate of proficiency will be granted by CMC, Vellore and the International Asthma services. 
 

DISCLAIMER:

In the event of an unpredictable situation like the COVID-19 pandemic, if travel to attend is impossible, risky or if government regulations preclude gathering, we shall conduct the session on a suitable web platform.
This course is not approved by NMC, India. It is solely designed to improve knowledge and understanding of the subject and hone clinical and practical skills to improve patient care. This should not be used by trainees to claim entitlement of professional appointments or promotions.

THE FEE STRUCTURE(Only for Selected Candidates):

Note:Kindly make payment after receiving selection letter.

The fee covers a reference Text book of “Allergy for the Clinicians” as well as a set of Basic Allergy Prick testing materials and all the handouts.

A) Indian Candidates:
DD to be drawn in favor of: “ALLERGY ASTHMA EDUCATIONAL AND RESEARCH INITIATIVE (AAERI)” payable at SBI, Kannigapuram Branch(64060).
Tuition fees: Rs.1, 40 ,000/- Materials and supply: Rs. 35, 000/- Total: Rs.1, 75, 000/-

B) Overseas Candidates:
A total fee amounting to the equivalent of US $ 4000/- payable to ‘International Asthma Services’at the following link:
https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjEwMDM4
After the payment, Email the proof of payment to - (Mail ID: daacmc@gmail.com)

For further information refer to the about section.