Course Overview

Certificate Course in Diabetic Nutrition (Batch 02)

⏱ Duration: 14 hours (7 sessions, 2 hours each) spread across a 6-week schedule | Mode of Delivery: Hybrid (in-person + online) 

Instructor(s) : 

Course Description

This course addresses the urgent need for specialized nutrition expertise in Bangladesh, where diabetes prevalence is 14.2% and rising (IDF, 2023). It equips healthcare professionals with evidence-based skills to manage diabetes through medical nutrition therapy (MNT), covering diagnosis, meal planning, and complication prevention. With hands-on case studies and practical exercises, participants will enhance patient care and meet industry demands for roles in diabetes clinics and community health programs.

Evidence of Demand

• Bangladesh has a 14.2% diabetes prevalence (IDF, 2023), projected to reach 15% by 2030, with 43.5% undiagnosed cases.
• There is an urgent need for professionals skilled in Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).
• Hospitals and clinics are increasingly seeking trained dietitians and nurses (as seen on platforms like bdjobs.com).

Purpose and Objectives

Purpose: To provide healthcare professionals with practical skills in diabetic nutrition for effective patient counseling and improved health outcomes.

Objectives:

• Understand diabetes types and glucose homeostasis. * Apply Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for glycemic control.
• Design culturally relevant meal plans (carb counting, GI/GL).
• Manage nutrition for special populations.
• Counsel patients effectively and stay updated on emerging trends.

Course Content & Class Plan (Modules)

• Module 1: Foundations of Diabetes & Nutrition: Diabetes types, epidemiology, basic nutrition, food labels, insulin physiology.
• Module 2: Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): MNT goals, carb counting, GI/GL, protein/fat management, meal planning.
• Module 3: Special Considerations & Complications: Medication-nutrition interactions, exercise, complications (nephropathy, CVD), special populations.
• Module 4: Counseling, Monitoring & Trends: Nutritional assessment, behavioral counseling, emerging trends (gut microbiome, fasting), case studies.
• Module 5: Precision Management & Lifecycle Transitions (CGM technology, pregnancy, and geriatric care).

Practical & Field Work

• Label Analysis: Practical exercises during the foundations module.
• Meal Plan Design: Hands-on activities applying ADA guidelines for carb counting and GI/GL management.
• Case Study Review: Analyzing clinical cases regarding complications and special populations.
• Counseling Role-Play: Practical application of behavioral counseling techniques.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Define "healthy food" for diabetes management (ADA-aligned).
• Identify foods to avoid/enjoy for glycemic control.
• Apply simple cooking tips for diabetic-friendly meals.
• Recognize toxins' impact on health and mitigation strategies.
• Adopt lifestyle changes to enhance diabetes control.

   Target Audience & Requirements

Target Audience:

• Dietitians, nutritionists, nurses, community health workers.
• Physician assistants, AYUSH practitioners, BDS/MDS professionals.
• Any professionals aiming to specialize in diabetes care.

Entry Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in health-related fields.
• Minimum Age: 20 years.

Career Pathways

• Graduates can pursue enhanced roles in diabetes clinics and endocrinology departments.
• Work as Diabetes Educators (with additional certifications like CDCES).
• Lead community health programs.

Tools & Resources

• Access to clinical guidelines (ADA).
• IDF reports and research articles.
• Sample food labels.
• Online learning platform for hybrid sessions.

Assessment Criteria

• 30% Laboratory / practical exercises.
• 25% Assignments / case studies.
• 20% Quizzes / knowledge checks.
• 15% Final project / research report.
• 10% Final examination.

Financial Information

• Tentative Course Fee: 8,000 BDT.

• Students: 3,000 BDT.
• Professionals: 5,000 BDT.

Course Overview

Hands-on Professional Training on HPLC: Your Gateway to Analytical Excellence - (Batch 4)

Course Code: DIU-MCA-MC29003
Course Title: Hands on Professional Training on HPLC: Your Gateway to Analytical Excellence
Start Date: April 22, 2026 
Duration: 40 hours (5 days) 
Mode: In-person (interactive lectures, hands-on lab sessions, data analysis workshops) 
Class Size: 20-25 participants 
Course Equivalent: 2 Credit Hours

Class Date : May 7,8,9 & 15,16 ;2026

Course Fee: Students: 5,000 BDT; Professionals: 6,000 BDT

Course Description 
Hands on Professional Training on HPLC: Your Gateway to Analytical Excellence (MC29001) meets the soaring demand for skilled High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) professionals, with over 70% of analytical job postings in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food safety requiring HPLC expertise. This intensive 5-day course offers hands-on training in operating HPLC systems, method development, sample analysis (pharmaceuticals, foods, herbal products), and troubleshooting. Aligned with industry standards, it prepares participants for quality control, research, or regulatory roles in high-growth sectors. 🌟

Syllabus:

• Day 1: Intro to HPLC – Instrumentation, principles, applications. Activities: System setup demo. Resources: HPLC manuals.
• Day 2: Mobile Phase & Sample Prep – Solvent selection, sample preparation. Activities: Prep lab. Resources: Solvent guides.
• Day 3: Sample Analysis – Pharmaceuticals, foods, herbal products. Activities: Sample analysis lab. Resources: Sample protocols.
• Day 4: Method Development & Data Processing – Method optimization, chromatogram analysis. Activities: Data analysis workshop. Resources: Software tutorials.
• Day 5: Troubleshooting & Maintenance – Issue resolution, system care. Activities: Troubleshooting case study. Resources: Maintenance checklists.

Target Audience 

• 3rd-year+ students in Pharmacy, Genetic Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition, Food Engineering, Agricultural Science.

• Graduates and early-career professionals seeking analytical skills.

Entry Requirements 

• Foundational knowledge in analytical chemistry.

• 3rd-year+ students in Health or Medical Sciences.

• Minimum age: 20 years.

Career Pathways 

• Analytical Chemist, Quality Control Analyst.

• Research Scientist in pharma, food, biotech.

• Roles in advanced health/life sciences research.

• Professional Certificate in HPLC Analytical Techniques.