Short certificate course on toxicology

About programme

Did you know that Toxicology is a science that dates back to the ancient world? It's not just about poisons; it's a dynamic, essential field that sits at the crossroads of Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, and Medicine. This pioneering discipline is dedicated to understanding how chemical substances—both natural and synthetic—affect living organisms.In an age of rapid industrial development and the introduction of countless novel chemicals and environmental pollutants, the threat of harmful substances is constantly evolving.

Toxicology plays a critical role in safeguarding human health and the environment by identifying and studying the effects of Toxins (poisons produced by living organisms, like venom) and Toxicants (poisons resulting from environmental factors, like industrial waste), developing cutting-edge detection and treatment practices for poisoning, and Pioneering methods to remove toxicants from the environment. The field of toxicology is constantly expanding, making the foundational knowledge you gain today essential for a long and impactful career.

If you are looking to shine in sectors like pharmaceuticals, environmental science, public health, or forensic science, a comprehensive understanding of toxicology is vital.

This short certificate course is designed for you!

We provide all the necessary basics of toxicology in a relatively short period and in a flexible, convenient learning format. Start your journey into this crucial and fascinating science today!

Programme suitability

Learners who want to become toxicologists.
Learners who want to become pharmaceutical and medical researchers.
Learner who wants to become preclinical and clinical professionals.
Learners who want to perform higher research and higher studies related to novel medicine, environment, toxicology etc.
Learners who want to learn the fundamentals of toxicology can also prefer this programme.

What is covered in this programme?

Introduction to toxicology
Toxins from microbial sources
Toxins from plant sources
Toxins from animal sources
Pharmaceutical drug toxicity
Toxicity through traditional medicines
Toxicity through psychotropic substances
Toxicity through food and alcohol
Toxicity from environment
Career scope in toxicology

Eligibility

The applicant should be having or pursuing a degree/diploma in any of the streams under science, technology, engineering and medicine in any government approved institution/college/university.
The age of the applicant should be minimum of 18 years on the date of joining in this programme.
The age of the applicant should not exceed 59 at the time of joining.
Passed out school students are also eligible for this programme.

Programme specifications

Specifications	Details
Programme duration	10 days
Programme code	BOC006
Programme conducting type	Online
Language of learning	English
Daily timing(s)	Any time of your preference in a day
Assignments	Yes, Applicable. After completion of every unit.
Daily time requirement	30 to 60 min per day for very active learners 60 to 90 min per for moderately active learners 90 to 120 min for slow learners
Mode of evaluation	Online assignment evaluation and online examination. Examination will not be applicable, if you opt for no certification.
Certificate options	Hard copy or E-certificate. You can also opt for no certification.
Minimum marks required for certification	40%