Diploma in Hospital Administration (DHA)
The Diploma in Hospital Administration (DHA) is an 18-month intensive program designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and practical understanding of healthcare management. This course covers hospital operations, patient services, human resources, billing and insurance, medical records, and healthcare laws.
Ideal for both students and working professionals, the program utilizes a flexible online learning model combined with practical internships. Graduates gain industry-relevant skills and recognized certification to manage complex healthcare facilities efficiently.
- Module I (6 Months): Fundamentals of hospital administration, healthcare systems, department operations, basic medical terminology, professional communication, Hospital Information Systems (HIS), and medical ethics.
- Module II (6 Months): Advanced administrative functions, Hospital HR management, Finance & Billing, Quality Management (NABH standards), Medical Records Management (MRD), Healthcare Marketing, and Legal Regulations.
- Practical Training / Internship (2–3 Months): Hands-on exposure to OPD/IPD operations, front office management, insurance processing, and administrative department workflows.
The DHA program prepares you for specialized leadership and coordination roles within the healthcare ecosystem:
- Hospital Administrator / Assistant Administrator
- Hospital Operations Executive
- Front Office / Patient Care Manager
- Healthcare Operations Coordinator
- Clinic / Nursing Home Administrator
Our graduates find opportunities across various sectors of the healthcare industry:
- Multi-specialty Hospitals – Core administrative and operations roles.
- Diagnostic Centers & Clinics – Managing facility workflows and patient data.
- Healthcare IT Companies – Supporting Hospital Information System (HIS) implementation.
- Health NGOs – Managing community health projects and outreach.
- Public & Private Healthcare Chains – Corporate administrative roles.
- Entry-level: ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per month (Admin Assistant/Executive).
- Mid-level/Supervisory: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 per month (Operations Manager/Dept Head).
- Senior Administrators: ₹1,00,000+ per month (Large hospitals or corporate healthcare chains).
With experience and professional growth, this path offers a highly stable and rewarding career trajectory.
- Duration: 18 Months (2 Semesters)
- Mode: Online / Hybrid (Virtual Classes + Practical Internship)
- Eligibility: 10+2 / Any Graduate / Working professionals preferred
- Outcome: Diploma in Hospital Administration (DHA) certification with practical expertise in managing modern healthcare facilities.
- Fees: INR (₹) 25,000 to 60,000.00 (depending on mode & inclusions).