Course Content
In the Netherlands, the NTC forms part of a post-graduate training programme for physicians leading to a diploma in tropical medicine. Other components of the programme include residencies in surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology. More information can be obtained from the NVTG website. Other professionals can take the NTC as a stand-alone course or as part of the Master in International Health (MIH).
Learning objectives, training objectives
Critically collect analyse and appraise qualitative and quantitative data relevant to the improvement of health and health care in low and middle income societies. Clearly communicate and work professionally in a multidisciplinary team.
Target Audience
Academic training at least to the level of a bachelor’s degree in medicine or any paramedical science Two years of relevant work experience
Qualifications
Academic training at least to the level of a bachelor’s degree in medicine or any paramedical science Two years of relevant work experience
Accreditation
Accreditation Organisation of the Nederlands and Flanders
Local Organizer
The NTC is jointly organized by the Vrije Universiteit Medical Centre (VU) in Amsterdam, the University Hospital of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and the Royal Tropical Institute (KIT).
Enquiries and Registration:
In case the participant needs a visa the application and payment deadline is 3 months before the start of the course.
Ms. Susan Huider
CategoriesEconomics, Financing and Controlling, Epidemiology and Disease Control, Family Planning and Gender, Health Promotion, Health Services, Health Systems, Population Studies, Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Infectiology
