Indira Gandhi National Open University has prolonged its outreach beyond the borders of the country. The globalization of higher education, mainly via the distance mode of shipping, has given an altogether exceptional angle to the go-border transport of IGNOU’s academic packages in numerous international locations. The International Division came into existence after the international operations of the University. The Division established on 16 October, 1997 as a Cell and was upgraded to the fame of a full-fledged Division in 2002. From 1996 onwards, the International Division has been assigned the task of offering and promoting the academic programs of IGNOU by way of organizing bilateral and multilateral co-operations with numerous partner institutions and organizations/universities throughout the globe. At present, IGNOU is offering academic programs in 35 countries across the globe via 62 Partner Institution courses relying upon their wishes and Students' requirements.
The Diploma in HIV and Family Education aims at providing basic and accurate information about HIV / AIDS, sex and sexuality, family life education, alcohol and drugs and communication and counselling. The contents are designed to impart an integrated understanding to the learners of the issues involved in HIV / AIDS and behaviour modification. The main objective of this programme is to enhance the knowledge and skills of functionaries involved in HIV/AIDS and related issues. The main target groups include school teachers, NGO functionaries, para-medicals, parents of adolescents and those interested in acquiring knowledge on the subject.
| PROGRAMME TYPE | DIPLOMA |
| MODE | Open Distance Learning |
| SCHOOL | School of Social Work |
| DURATION | 1 Year |
| MEDIUM | ENGLISH HINDI |
| SPECIALIZATION | HIV AND FAMILY EDUCATION |
| ELIGIBILITY | 10+2 or it's equivalent |
| FEE STRUCTURE | Rs.1,500/- for full programme |
This diploma course empowers the students to go for various educational, social, and family-related jobs. One can go for higher degree programs in respective subjects. This program provides an atmosphere of enhancing the knowledge and skills of functionaries involved in HIV/AIDS and related issues.
Diploma in HIV and Family Education Course Suitability:
Students having interest in Diploma in HIV and Family Education are most suitable for this course. Those who are willing to go for teaching fields at higher degree level, both in private and government institutions.
| Course Code | Course Name | Credits |
| BFE 101 | Basics of HIV/AIDS | 4 |
| BFEE 101 | Elective on HIV / AIDS | 4 |
| BFE 102 | Basics of Family Education | 4 |
| BFEE 102 | Elective on Family Education | 4 |
| BFEE 103 | Alcohol, Drugs, and HIV | 4 |
| BFEE 104 | Communication and Counselling in HIV | 4 |
| Total Credits | 24 |
Note: Student Handbook and Prospectus are additionally accessible on IGNOU’s official site www.ignou.ac.in. Data about the courses given here is partial and ought not to be treated as complete. The organization would offer other courses than those referenced here. Students are advised to check with the institution for the most recent information concerning the course.
Those looking for admission in IGNOU DAFE Courses in NEPAL can apply through the IGNOU Online admission portal within the stipulated time.