Target Group: Undergraduate & Postgraduate students in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, and related disciplines interested in medical diagnostics and research
Duration: 10 days
Mode: Onsite (lab-based training, internship model)
Certification: ASAP Kerala (ASAPK) in collaboration with the Institute of Advanced Virology, Thiruvananthapuram
Description -
The Certificate Course in Cell Diagnostic Virology, offered by ASAP Kerala in collaboration with the Institute of Advanced Virology, Thiruvananthapuram, provides specialised training in diagnostic techniques for detecting and studying viruses.
The course covers viral culture methods, serological assays, PCR-based diagnostics, biosafety practices, and interpretation of laboratory findings. Learners gain hands-on training in sample handling, infection detection, and the use of emerging diagnostic technologies under the guidance of experts at the Institute.
By blending theoretical foundations with practical laboratory experience, the programme prepares students for careers in diagnostic laboratories, biomedical research centres, public health institutions, and biotechnology industries. On successful completion, participants are awarded a certificate jointly issued by ASAP Kerala and the Institute of Advanced Virology.