Course Name: Diploma in Advanced Life Support
Short Name: DALS
Duration: 2 Years
The Diploma in Advanced Life Support (DALS) is a 2-year diploma programme designed to provide students with comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills in advanced emergency medical care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management, trauma care, cardiac emergency response, patient stabilization, ambulance services, disaster management, infection prevention and control, and critical care support. The programme combines classroom learning with simulation-based, clinical, and field training to prepare students for technical and supportive roles in emergency healthcare services.
| Subject | Theory Marks | Practical Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human Anatomy & Physiology | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Care | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Basic & Advanced Life Support (BLS & ALS) | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Airway Management, Oxygen Therapy & Patient Assessment | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Infection Control, Medical Ethics & Communication Skills | 100 | 100 | 200 |
1st Year Total
| Subject | Theory Marks | Practical Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiac Emergencies & ECG Basics | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Trauma Care & Emergency Procedures | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Disaster Management & Ambulance Services | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Critical Care Support & Emergency Department Management | 100 | 100 | 200 |
| Clinical & Field Training | 100 | 100 | 200 |
2nd Year Total
After successful completion of the course, diploma holders may work in:
Note: This is an Autonomous Diploma programme intended to prepare learners for technical and supportive roles in emergency and critical care services. It does not confer eligibility for independent medical practice, statutory registration, or recognition as a medical qualification. Diploma holders must work only within the scope permitted by applicable laws and under appropriate professional supervision where required.