Diploma in Healthcare

Diploma in Healthcare is a Diploma program taught at Asia Metropolitan University, Malaysia. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

The Diploma in Healthcare at Asia Metropolitan University is a three-year programme that builds understanding of healthcare values, strategies, and real-world practices. Students study fundamentals such as introduction to healthcare, human anatomy and physiology, basic microbiology, medical ethics, health and social care services, and introduction to pharmacology. The course also covers health sciences topics like essential health sciences and healthcare technologies, as well as communication and supportive skills.

The programme structure covers three years, with modules progressing from foundational topics in Year 1 to current issues in health and medical office management in Year 2. Year 3 includes healthcare marketing, biostatistics, healthcare human resource, healthcare management information system, ward and lab management, waste management, healthcare accounting, risk management, and practical training in hospitals/healthcare industry. Intake is January, June, and September.

Modules

• Introduction to Healthcare
• Behavioral Science
• Human Anatomy & Physiology
• Basic Microbiology
• Communicative English
• Introduction to Environmental Health
• Medical Ethics
• Health & Social Care Services
• Introduction to Pharmacology
• Malaysian Studies
• Youth Development
• Critical and Creative Thinking Skills

The minimum requirements for admission in Diploma in Healthcare at Asia Metropolitan University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Asia Metropolitan University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Asia Metropolitan University as pre-requiste for admission in Diploma in Healthcare.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Entry Requirements: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or its equivalent. Pass in Bahasa Malaysia and English with three (3) credits in the following subjects: Mathematics or ONE science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science); and Any other TWO subjects (including Bahasa Malaysia and/or English). GCE/O-Level or its equivalent. Pass in Bahasa Malaysia and English with three (3) credits (Grade C) in the following subjects: Mathematics or ONE science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science); and Any other TWO subjects (including Bahasa Malaysia and/or English). Certificate: A Certificate related to Health Sciences with a minimum CGPA 2.50. OR pass SKM (Level 3, MQF) in related field. (Note: The institution may conduct appropriate screening and guidance in line with the field of programme). Other relevant qualifications: Kindly refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) guidelines.

Achieve a minimum of Band 3 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (High B1); OR IELTS: 5.0. TOEFL iBT :42. TOEFL Paper based: 550. Pearson Test of English: 36. Cambridge English Qualification Test: 154. If a student does not meet these requirements, the University must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.

Please check detail of study units at https://amu.edu.my/?programme=diploma-in-healthcare

• Hospital/Clinic Operations Assistant
• Medical Records & Health Information Assistant
• Health Promotion Assistant
• Medical Call Centre Support Personnel
• Medical Device/Healthcare Product Support Assistant
• Health & Wellness Programme Support (NGOs/Agencies)

11 fully funded scholarships are listed for Malaysia. See Malaysia scholarships.