Diploma Course in Vector Biology & Control (VBC)
Dr. Mohammad Mehdi Sedaghat
Professor of Medical Entomology & Vector Control
Department of Vector Biology & Control of Diseases
School of Public Health
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Dr. Ahmad ali Hanafi-Bojd
Professor of Medical Entomology & Vector Control
Department of Vector Biology & Control of Diseases
School of Public Health
Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Course Description:
This Diploma course will guide you through the acquisition of a matrix of skills acquired from 11 modules including knowledge of the major vectors and vector-borne diseases in relevance to the region; skills to conduct entomological surveillance; knowledge of the principles of epidemiological investigations of vector-borne diseases; skills in disease control program management; skills to develop vector control strategies based on the principles of IVM; and, skills to facilitate and train others, and effectively document and disseminate information on entomology and vector control.
Course Objectives:
The VBC Diploma Course is designed to provide an incredible opportunity for students to learn up-to-date and fundamental skills in the core areas of vector biology and control, which are carefully tailored to meet the needs of individuals who are working, or planning to work, in the public health sector in the region and across the world. Spending 10 weeks with the SPH to earn the VBC Diploma goes beyond merely earning a Diploma. The program will provide participants with a lifelong and memorable experience through participating in many exciting activities and living the real life of vector biology and control in the field.
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Course Information |
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PROGRAM DIRECTOR(S) |
Prof. Mohammad Mehdi Sedaghat , Prof. Ahmad Ali Hanafi-Bojd |
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PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR(S) |
Prof. Mohammad Mehdi Sedaghat, Prof. Ahmad Ali Hanafi-Bojd, Prof. Hassan Vatandoost, Prof. Mohammad Ali Oshaghi, Prof. Amir Ahmad Akhavan, Prof. Yavar Rassi, Prof. Hamid Reza Basseri, Prof. Mehdi Nateghpour, Prof. Mehdi Mohebali, Prof. Ahmadali Enayati, Prof. Kamran Akbarzadeh, Prof. Seyed Hassan Moosa Kazemi, Dr. Alireza Zahraei Ramazani, Eng. Mozhgan Baniardalani, Eng. Taherehsadat Asgarian |
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METHOD OF INSTRUCTION |
In-person, including theoretical and practical courses |
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NUMBER OF POSITIONS OFFERED |
20 |
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PROGRAM DURATION |
10 weeks |
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PROGRAM START DATE |
21 October 2023 |
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PROGRAM FINISH DATE |
27 December 2023 |
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APPLICATION DEADLINE |
1st of September 2023 |
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PROGRAM LOCATION(S) |
Department of Vector Biology & Control, School of Public Health, TUMS. Field internship will be in Bandar Abbas Research Station, SPH, TUMS. |
Department of Vector Biology & Control
