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IAP PHO Thalassemia Certification Programme Through Knowledge, Early Diagnosis & Prevention

The IAP–PHO Certification Programme in Thalassemia Diagnosis and Management is a structured, evidence-based learning initiative designed for pediatricians and healthcare professionals across India.

Built on the latest national guidelines and expert consensus, the programme empowers clinicians with practical skills in screening, diagnosis, transfusion care, chelation, counseling, complication management, and long-term follow-up.

Together, let us strengthen awareness, promote prevention, improve standards of care, and move towards a Thalassemia-Free India.

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About

About the Thalasemia certification programme

Dr Satya Yadav - PHO President Message

Dr Satya Yadav - PHO President Message

Dr. Shweta Bansal – Introduction to the Certification Programme Manual

Dr Shweta Bansal - Introduction to the Certification Programme Manual

Dr Nita Radhakrishnan - The process of making Thalassemia guidelines

Dr Nita Radhakrishnan - The process of making Thalassemia guidelines

Guidelines

Instructions to Registrants

A comprehensive online certification platform designed to help healthcare professionals strengthen their knowledge in Thalassemia diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term patient management.

Programme Access & Activation
Access to the training portal and the first module will be provided after successful registration and application approval.
Module Completion Requirements
Complete all learning materials within the assigned timeline, attempt the MCQ assessment, and achieve a minimum score of 80%.
Assessment & Progression
Subsequent modules will be unlocked only after successful completion of the previous module assessment with the required passing score.
Faculty Interaction Sessions
Interactive online sessions with faculty will be conducted after every two modules to address queries, discuss practical challenges, and clarify concepts.
Structured Learning Flow
The certification programme follows a continuous cycle of module completion, assessment, faculty interaction, and activation of subsequent modules.
Participant Guidance
Participants are encouraged to complete modules within the stipulated timelines for smooth progression and active participation in faculty discussions.
Programme Timeline

Thalassemia Certification Programme Timeline

Structured module-wise learning with expert-led sessions, assessments, interactive faculty discussions, and certification upon successful completion.

Module 1
1 June – 7 June 2026
Overview of Thalassemia: Epidemiology, Genetics and Disease Burden
Epidemiology in India, inheritance patterns, genotype–phenotype correlations
Module 2
8 June – 12 June 2026
Laboratory Diagnosis of β-Thalassemia and Hemoglobinopathies
CBC indices, HbA2 interpretation, HPLC, molecular testing, differential diagnosis
Online Interactive Meeting
13 June 2026 | Saturday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Discussion on Modules 1 & 2
Clarification of concepts, discussion of queries and case-based learning
Module 3
15 June – 19 June 2026
Carrier Detection, Genetic Counselling and Prenatal Diagnosis of Hemoglobinopathies
Antenatal screening, premarital screening, cascade screening, counselling strategies, prenatal diagnosis
Module 4
19 June – 23 June 2026
Transfusion Therapy in Thalassemia
Indications, pre-transfusion targets, leukoreduction, transfusion reactions
Module 5
23 June – 28 June 2026
Technical Aspects of Transfusion
Compatibility testing, blood safety, alloimmunization prevention, phenotyping
Online Interactive Meeting
27 June 2026 | Saturday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Discussion on Modules 3, 4 & 5
Interactive discussion and practical problem solving
Module 6
29 June – 4 July 2026
Iron Overload Monitoring
Ferritin monitoring, MRI-based assessment
Module 7
5 July – 10 July 2026
Chelation Therapy
Chelation protocols and toxicity monitoring
Online Interactive Meeting
11 July 2026 | Saturday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Discussion on Modules 6 & 7
Faculty interaction and management discussions
Module 8
12 July – 17 July 2026
Comprehensive Care in Thalassemia
Growth, cardiac and hepatic monitoring
Module 9
18 July – 22 July 2026
Endocrine Health in Thalassemia
Endocrine, bone health monitoring and fertility
Module 10
22 July – 25 July 2026
NTDT
Diagnosis, complications, thrombosis and iron overload in NTDT
Online Interactive Meeting
25 July 2026 | Saturday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Discussion on Modules 8, 9 & 10
Case-based discussions and faculty Q&A
Module 11
26 July – 1 August 2026
Curative Therapies: HSCT and Emerging Treatments
Indications for HSCT, transplant referral, gene therapy and novel agents
Module 13
2 August – 7 August 2026
New Drugs in Thalassemia
Repurposed and new drugs
Online Interactive Meeting
8 August 2026 | Saturday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Discussion on Modules 11 & 13
Clarification of advanced treatment concepts
Module 14
9 August – 14 August 2026
Thalassemia Day Care Center
How to manage a daycare center
Module 15
15 August – 18 August 2026
Transition to Adult Care
How to develop transition of care
Module 16
18 August – 22 August 2026
Govt Schemes / NGOs Details
Beneficiaries, importance of BT card and available support schemes
Final Online Interactive Meeting
22 August 2026 | Saturday | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Discussion on Modules 14, 15 & 16
Programme wrap-up, practical discussions and participant feedback
Certification Download
24 August 2026
Certificates Available
Certificates can be downloaded after successful completion of all modules and assessments
Process

How the Certification Programme Works

Complete your certification journey through a simple, structured, and professionally guided learning process.

1
Register & Create Your Profile
Create your account using your professional and contact details to begin the certification programme.
2
Complete Payment Verification
Submit your programme payment and upload the payment receipt for admin verification and approval.
3
Access Learning Modules & Assessments
Complete expert-led video modules and MCQ assessments to progress through the programme.
4
Earn Your Certification
Successfully complete all modules and qualifying assessments to receive your digital certification.