Diploma in Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology

Integrated 1-Year Advanced Clinical Diploma Program.

Start Date

June-2027

TWO PCS

1st PCS: Nov 2027 (Mandatory)

2nd PCS: End of Course (Mandatory)

Course Duration

12 Months

Batch Limit

Limited to 150 Students only

Eligibility

Diploma/ MD/ DNB

Diploma in Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology

is the integrated and upgraded evolution of AASC and AAAIC, structured into a comprehensive 1-Year Advanced Clinical Diploma Program.

This program has been developed considering the growing burden of allergic diseases in India and globally, and the urgent need for structured, hands-on clinical training in Allergy & Immunotherapy.

DAACI is designed by nationally and internationally acclaimed Allergy & Immunology experts from India, USA, and Singapore, associated with leading institutions and global academic bodies.

The diploma combines:

  • Strong foundational concepts in Allergy & Immunology
  • Advanced diagnostic procedures
  • Structured immunotherapy training
  • Practical hands-on exposure
  • Clinical decision-making skills
  • Practice implementation guidance

Diagnostic Training Includes:

  • Skin Prick Testing
  • Serum Specific IgE & Component Diagnostics
  • Spirometry & FOT
  • FeNO Interpretation
  • Patch Testing
  • Oral Food & Drug Challenge

Therapeutic Training Includes:

  • Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (SCIT)
  • Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)
  • Biologics in Allergy & Asthma
  • Anaphylaxis Identification & Management
  • Inhalation Therapy Optimization
  • Allergen Avoidance & Environmental Control

Why Should You Choose DAACI?

Despite basic allergy exposure, many doctors hesitate to confidently implement advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as:

  • Practice Oriented Training
  • Skin Prick Testing
  • Spirometry & FOT
  • Serum Specific IgE & Component Diagnostics
  • Allergen Immunotherapy

DAACI bridges this gap through structured learning, hands-on guidance, mentorship, and continuous academic support — enabling you to confidently integrate Allergy & Immunotherapy into daily clinical practice.

What Makes DAACI Different?

  • Integrated evolution of AASC + AAAIC into one 1-Year Diploma
  • Step-by-step diagnostic & therapeutic training
  • Bi-monthly live academic discussions
  • Case presentations & peer learning
  • Mentorship & performance tracking

Module 01 - Basics of Allergy & Immunology

Chapter - 01 | Basics of Allergy
Chapter - 02 | Basics of Immunology
Chapter - 03 | History Taking
Chapter - 04 | Atopic March
Chapter - 05 | Aerobiology
Chapter - 06 | Air Pollution

Module 02 - Allergic Rhinitis Sinusitis & Conjunctivitis

Chapter - 01 | Anatomy & Physiology of Upper Airway
Chapter - 02 | Rhinoscopy
Chapter - 03 | Tympanometry
Chapter - 04 | Allergic Rhinitis
Chapter - 05 | Non-Allergic Rhinitis
Chapter - 06 | Sinusitis
Chapter - 07 | Adenoid Hypertrophy in Upper Airways Allergies
Chapter - 08 | Ocular Allergy
Chapter - 09 | Usage of Eye Drops and Eye Ointment

Module 03 - Asthma

Chapter - 01 | Recurrent Wheezing in Preschool Children
Chapter - 02 | Asthma in Children
Chapter - 03 | Adult Asthma
Chapter - 04 | Asthma Flare Ups
Chapter - 05 | Lung Function Test
Chapter - 06 | Basics Spirometry Interpretation (Simplified)
Chapter - 07 | Forced Oscillation Technique (FOT)
Chapter - 08 | FENO (Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide)
Chapter - 09 | Inhalation Therapy
Chapter - 10 | Device Demonstration

Module 04 - Diagnostics in Allergic Disorders

Chapter - 01 | Allergy Skin Testing
Chapter - 02 | Practical Aspects of AST
Chapter - 03 | Allergy Diagnosis - Serum Testing
Chapter - 04 | Component Resolved Diagnostics (CRD)

Module 05 - Allergen Immunotherapy

Chapter - 01 | Allergen Immunotherapy
Chapter - 02 | Allergen Immunotherapy Practical Aspects
Chapter - 03 | How to do the Mixing in SLIT
Chapter - 04 | SLIT India Allergens
Chapter - 05 | 12 SQ HDM - Sublingual Immunotherapy Tablet

Module 06 - Allergen Avoidance

Chapter - 01 | Allergen Avoidance
Chapter - 02 | Pest Control
Chapter - 03 | Environmental Control
Chapter - 04 | Air Cleaners

Module 07 - Skin Allergy

Chapter - 01 | Atopic Dermatitis
Chapter - 02 | Urticaria
Chapter - 03 | Angioedema
Chapter - 04 | Tryptase Test
Chapter - 05 | C4, C1 Esterase Inhibitor, C1Q Levels

Module 08 - Food Allergy

Chapter - 01 | Food Allergy
Chapter - 02 | Non IgE Mediated Allergy

Module 09 - Drug Allergy

Chapter - 01 | Drug Allergy
Chapter - 02 | Pediatric Drug Allergies

Module 10 - Anaphylaxis

Chapter - 01 | Anaphylaxis
Chapter - 02 | Anaphylaxis Practical Preparedness

Module 11 - Counseling in Allergy Practice

Chapter - 01 | Counseling in Allergy Practice
Chapter - 02 | Clinical Co-Relation of Aero Allergens

Module 12 - Insect Allergy

Chapter - 01 | Insect Allergy

Module 13 - Principles of Pharmacotherapeutics, Vaccine Allergy

Chapter - 01 | Principles of Pharmacotherapeutics, Vaccine Allergy

Module 14 - Counselling

Chapter - 01 | SPT Counselling
Chapter - 02 | Post Counselling
Chapter - 03 | Immunotherapy Counselling
Chapter - 04 | Inhaler Counselling
Chapter - 05 | Urticaria Counselling
Chapter - 06 | Atopic Dermatitis Counselling

Module 15 - Setting Up of Your Own Allergy Practice

Chapter - 01 | Setting Up of your Own Allergy Practice
  • Post-graduation (Diploma / MD / DNB) in:
  • Pediatrics
  • ENT
  • Pulmonology - MD Respiratory Medicine
  • General Medicine
  • Community Medicine
  • Dermatology
  • Family Medicine
  • MBBS with minimum 3 years of active academic interest or clinical practice in Allergy & Asthma
  • A new batch starts from June 2027
  • Duration: 12 months.
  • Online recorded interactive, engaging multimedia lectures.
  • Online assignment for every module.
  • 200+ Recorded Allergy Case Presentations to watch.
  • Online live discussions and case presentations once in 15 days.
  • Two Personal Contact Session (Each - 3 Days) To teach hands on skills in Skin Prick Test, Allergen Immunotherapy, Spirometry, FOT, Peak Flow Meter, Serum Specific IgE, Aerobiology etc.
  • Recommended Textbook: "Textbook of Allergy for Clinicians, 2nd Edition" by Pudupakkam K Vedanthan, Harold S Nelson, Shripad N Agashe, PA Mahesh, Rohit Katial
  • Group Learning and discussion through social media platform.
  • Individual Mentoring and performance evaluation on month by month basis
  • Certification Examination at the end

Certificates will only be given on completion of required coursework and on passing the examinations.


Course Fee:

Rs 1,36,400 + 18% GST

Course Fee will be accepted in 2 installments.
First Installment :Rs.96,571
Second Installment: Rs.64,381

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Course Fee:

2400 USD

For International Students

Single Installment

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Frequently Asked Questions

During the enrollment process, it is essential to upload all required documents as self-attested soft copies to our portal for verification. Please note that original documents or hard copies are not needed. Verification of the submitted documents will be completed before the selection process.

  • MBBS Degree Certificate
  • Post-graduate Degree/Diploma Certificate
  • Current valid Medical Council Registration Certificate (Center or State)
  • Current valid Address and ID proof (Aadhar/PAN self-attested copy) - only for Indian Candidates
  • Current valid Passport (self-attested copy) - only for International Candidates
  • Your Recent Passport Size Photograph

It will be mandatory for all the enrolled candidates to follow the course curriculum guidelines completely, failing which either their candidature may be cancelled or they will be not allowed to appear in the exit exam. The decision by DAACI governing body will be final and binding to all in this regard.

Attendance at the PCS is mandatory for appearing in the final exit exam. If due to certain circumstances, any candidate is unable to attend any PCS, then he/she is supposed to attend the same PCS with the next batch to be eligible for appearing in the final exit exam (next year after completion of all the PCS).

Yes. Attendance at both Personal Contact Sessions (PCS) is mandatory for all participants enrolled in the 12-month Diploma in Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology (DAACI) course.

The course includes two mandatory 3-day PCS programs:

  • First PCS: Conducted approximately 4–5 months after the commencement of the course.
  • Second PCS: Conducted at the conclusion of the batch.

To successfully complete the course and become eligible for certification, participants must:

  • Complete all prescribed online lectures.
  • Attend all mandatory Online Contact Sessions (OCS).
  • Successfully complete all Monthly Assessment Tests (MATs).
  • Attend both mandatory Personal Contact Sessions (PCS).

If a doctor is unable to attend a Personal Contact Session (PCS) with their enrolled batch:

  • The doctor must formally confirm their inability to attend the PCS by emailing contact@med-train.com.
  • The doctor may continue to access the course and is required to attend the Online Contact Sessions (OCS), complete the prescribed online lectures, and successfully complete the Monthly Assessment Tests (MATs), as applicable.
  • The doctor’s enrolment will be deferred to the next available batch.
  • No additional course fee will be charged for continuing the programme with the next batch.
  • To be eligible for certification, the doctor must attend both Personal Contact Sessions (PCS) and complete the required SPT assignment with the next available batch.
  • Attendance at both PCS is mandatory for successful completion of the programme and eligibility for certification.

As per the University guidelines:

  • A maximum of two examination attempts is permitted from the date of the doctor’s initial enrolment.
  • The examination attempt with the enrolled batch is included within these two permitted attempts.
  • If a doctor is unable to attend or appear for the Exit Examination with the enrolled batch and subsequently appears with a subsequent batch, an additional examination fee of ₹5,000 will be applicable.
  • The doctor must clear the Exit Examination within the two permitted attempts.
  • If the doctor does not complete or clear the examination within the permitted two attempts, they will be discontinued from the programme, and no further examination attempts will be permitted.

All sessions are planned as per the availability of faculties, teaching rooms, and other logistics. Once decided, PCS dates will NOT change due to any candidate’s personal request. Dates might change in a rare instance, depending upon the logistics for conducting the sessions. The decision by DAACI governing body will be final and binding to all in this regard. Exit exam will be conducted towards the end of the course. Minimum of 60% marks in both theory and practical will be required (independently) for passing the exit exam. Assignments will have predefined weightage in the final exam. The final exam will be evaluated by both Indian & International faculties.

If a candidate needs to appear for the exit exam in subsequent batch after enrollment due to any reason (including the inability to attend any PCS or clear the exit exam in scheduled time or others), he/she is supposed to submit the LATE EXIT EXAM FEE (5000/- INR for Indian Students and 100 USD for International Students).

There will be NO refund of any part of the fee after submission, even if the candidate chooses not to join the course or discontinue in between due to any reason. The fee will NOT be transferred to another candidates account if any candidate wishes to do so. In case of any unusual circumstance, the decision of the DAACI governing body will be final and binding to everyone.

Successful candidates will be awarded the certificate of "Diploma in Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology Course” by Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, International Asthma Services and MedTrain Academy of Medical Education and endorsed by Center for Global Health (Colorado School of Public Health) via postage to your registered address.

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Dispute settlement - The venue of the arbitration will be Bangalore and the Indian laws will be applicable. The Bangalore court alone will have the exclusive jurisdiction to adjudication in case of any dispute.

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  • Expert National & International faculities.
  • Self-paced flexible learning
  • Live sessions to engage with the faculty.
  • Interactive learning through engaging multimedia content for the lectures, case studies, group discussions, assignments, and presentations.
  • Individual performance evaluation.
  • Dedicated 1:1 mentoring during and after the course.
  • Certification from esteemed National and International organizations.