ONLINE SELF-STUDY DIPLOMA COURSE IN PHARMACOLOGY
Course Title : 30 Hour Diploma Course in Pharmacology
Course Description :
This 30 Hour Diploma in Pharmacology course offers an extensive exploration of pharmacology principles and clinical aspects of pharmacology.
Pharmacology is the scientific study of how chemical substances (drugs) interact with living organisms to produce biological effects. It bridges basic science and medicine, focusing on drug development, mechanism of action, therapeutic uses, toxicity, and how the body handles medications.
It encompasses the research, development, and properties of medicines, focusing on drug composition, therapeutic uses, and actions on the body, largely divided into pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
Clinical pharmacology is the scientific study of medicines in man and encompasses pharmacology of commonly used medicines and their therapeutic application in the disease state.
The course provides a comprehensive study of clinical pharmacology covering principles of drug action, drug classification and usage, toxicity and side effcts of various types of drugs, legislation and ethics and an introduction to pharmacogenetics and personalised medicine.
For whom (target group): School leavers after A/L’s in the Bio stream, University undergraduate students in science, biology, biomedical science, psychology and counsellors, science and health education teachers, paramedical and nursing students and nurses. If you’re considering a future career in science, biomedical science, chemistry, medicine or healthcare then you may want to consider taking this comprehensive and fast-track online independent self-study Diploma level course.
Entry Requirements : G.C.E A/L’s in the Bio stream or a Foundation Diploma in Science and age not less than 20 years, and Fluency of the English language is essential.
Course Duration : 4 to 8 weeks (1.0 to 2.0 Months) – part time self-study
Total No. of Study Hours : 30 Hrs. of Independent Self-Study time
08 Course Modules
Module 01: Introduction to Pharmacology
Module 02: Human Anatomy and Physiology for Pharmacology
Module 03: Principles of Drug Action
Module 04: Drug Classification and Usage
Module 05: Toxicology and Side Effects
Module 06: Clinical Pharmacology and Prescribing
Module 07: Legislation, Ethics, and Regulation
Module 08: Pharmacogenetics and Personalised Medicine
The current 2026 all-inclusive Course Fee for new Students is as follows:
For Non-IMH Students: Rs. 40,000/- (full course fee for new students)
For Previous IMH Students: Rs. 30,000/- (Discounted course fee)
For Overseas / International Students: USD $140
Course fees has to be paid in full by cash, cheque, credit / debit card or via a bank transfer or deposit payment.
Final Course Assessment / Evaluation
There are only four separate assignments to be completed at home and submitted to the IMH for evaluation. Once a “pass” grade has been achieved for all four assignments the Internationally Accredited Diploma in Medical Science and course transcript will be awarded to the registered student.
International Course Accreditation-1
This course is fully accredited by the Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH), UK
International Course Accreditation-2
This course is fully endorsed and accredited by the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH), Ireland
Course Registration / Enrollment
For course registration or further details please email us your request to enroll for this course by attaching your CV or including details of your academic and/or professional qualifications to: imh.colombo.sl@gmail.com
Graduation and Awards Ceremony 2027
Our next Graduation and Awards Ceremony 2027 event will be held for all our past and current students in the month of August in 2027 coinciding with the 20th Year Anniversary of the IMH.
