Dvara Health Finance and IIHMR launch diploma in community health and digital healthcare operations

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Dvara Health Finance (DHF) and the Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR), Bengaluru, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop and launch a Diploma in Community Health and Digital Healthcare Operations.

This pioneering programme is designed to train healthcare workers to bridge gaps between patients, digital health technologies, and licensed healthcare providers, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

The 11-month diploma programme is structured into four competency-based levels:

• Community Health Facilitator: Educating communities on preventive healthcare, hygiene, and digital health record creation.
• Digital Health Technician: Conducting health screenings and managing digital patient data.
• Digital Multipurpose Health Worker: Performing phlebotomy, handling imaging tools, and supporting diagnostics.
• Community Health Leader: Leading public health campaigns, coordinating referrals, and improving community engagement.

With a strong practical and field-based training component, the programme ensures that graduates are equipped to strengthen primary healthcare services and improve health outcomes through digital tools and community-driven interventions.

The diploma is open to individuals who have completed Class 12 (any stream), with preference for those with healthcare or community service experience. Candidates must have basic digital literacy and the ability to communicate in regional languages and English. The curriculum is aligned with Health Sector Skill Council (HSSC) standards, ensuring graduates are job-ready and equipped with industry-recognised competencies. The course is likely to be launched in August 2025.