Certificate Course in Homeopathic Dispensing (CCHD)

Duration

1 Year

Eligibility

10th Pass

Mode

Full-time, Regular

Course Overview

Homeopathy is both an art and a science. It assists the body to heal itself and ultimately brings the patients to higher level of health with no toxic side effects. Due to these facts of Homeopathy, it gets attention worldwide. Taking all these considerations and demand, NIOS has developed a course “Homeopathic Dispensing”, which covers basics of Homeopathy and Homeopathic Dispensing as well. It provides useful information about practicing the dispensing of Homoeopathic Medicine. This course has a wide scope as the learner post completion of this may assist Qualified and Experienced Homoeopathic Physician, work as a homeopathic pharmacist at homeopathic dispensaries and may apply to job opportunities in Government and private sector

Program Highlights

  • Duration: 1 Years (400 Hours)
  • Eligibility: 10th Pass
  • Minimum Age: 18+ years
  • Mode: Full-time, Regular
  • Practical Training: Included
  • Medium: Hindi / English

Curriculum (Course Code: 718-719)

  1. Introduction to homeopathy (718 Theory/Practical Paper)
  2. Introduction to Homeopathic Dispensing (719 Theory/Practical Paper)

Admission Procedure

  • Prescribed application form available with the Prospectus, which can be procured from NIOS or its training centre
  • Students may submit their application form round the year at the training centre or take admission online.
  • The admission will be valid for five years

Objectives

The aim of the Programme is to train the ‘homeopathy Learners’ in sectors of Health and Education.

After completion of this Programme, a trainee would have –

  • Students can work as pharmacists in homeopathic dispensaries, clinics, or assist qualified physicians.
  • Homeopathic Dispensary Assistant: Working in private or government homeopathic dispensaries and pharmacies.
  • Rural Health Worker: Assisting in rural health canters and providing primary healthcare services.
  • Assistant to Physicians: Supporting qualified homeopathic or general physicians in daily practice.
  • National Health Programme Volunteer: Playing an active, multifaceted role in health initiatives at the state level. 

These vocational roles are designed to bridge the gap in rural healthcare access, focusing on practical, on-the-ground assistance.

  • Basic knowledge on Human Anatomy and Physiology;
  • Understanding of Principles and Philosophy of homeopathic;
  • Good knowledge of Preparations and Precautions for homeopathic practices;
  • Understanding of Concepts of Health, Hygiene, Diet and homeopathic Culture;
  • Learning of Applications of Integrated approach of homeopathic
  • Ability to conduct homeopathic classes and Ability to train the learners.

💼 Career Opportunities

1️⃣ Homeopathic Dispenser

  • Homeopathic Clinic
  • Government / Private Homeopathic Hospitals
  • Charitable Dispensaries
    👉 दवाइयों की dispensing, labeling, record maintenance

2️⃣ Assistant to Homeopathic Doctor

  • Patient registration
  • Case paper preparation
  • Medicine preparation & follow-up management

3️⃣ Pharmacy / Medical Store Assistant

  • Homeopathic Medical Store
  • Wholesale / Retail Medicine Store
  • Stock & inventory management

4️⃣ Clinic Manager / Reception Executive

  • Appointment handling
  • Billing & patient coordination
  • Clinic administration

5️⃣ Self-Employment / Entrepreneurship

  • Small Homeopathic Dispensary (Doctor के साथ tie-up)
  • Medicine distribution / sales
  • Online consultation support services

6️⃣ Hospital & Wellness Sector

  • AYUSH Hospitals
  • Wellness Centres
  • Naturopathy & Holistic Health Centres

🏥 Work Areas

  • Homeopathic Clinics
  • AYUSH Hospitals
  • Medical Stores
  • Wellness & Therapy Centres
  • NGOs & Trust Hospitals

📈 Further Growth Options

  • Diploma in Homeopathy Dispensing
  • B.H.M.S. (Eligibility criteria के अनुसार)
  • Certificate Courses in AYUSH / Wellness / Therapy
  • Medical Administration & Hospital Management Courses

🌟 Key Skills Gained

  • Homeopathic medicines knowledge
  • Dispensing & storage techniques
  • Patient handling skills
  • Medical ethics & clinic operations

Course Fee

  • The Fee for the Programme is  ₹ 18,000 for Indian Citizens. The fee includes the cost of Study Material, & Exclude Examination and Practical/ Training.
  • The centre will charge the separate fee of accommodation, food & other miscellaneous facilities accordingly.

Passing Criteria

A candidate should secure 50% marks in all components separately to be eligible for certification

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