Global Institute of Health Professionals (GIHP), in collaboration with the Department of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University (DPHI, JU), Dhaka, Bangladesh, offers the Fellowship in Clinical Embryology & Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). This 12-month professional program is designed to provide comprehensive theoretical knowledge, practical exposure, and laboratory-oriented training in clinical embryology, infertility evaluation, assisted reproductive technologies, embryo development, cryopreservation, ART laboratory management, and advanced reproductive techniques.
Applicants with the following qualifications may apply:
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will develop a fundamental understanding of reproductive anatomy, physiology, gamete formation, and hormonal regulation involved in human reproduction.
Teaching & Learning:
Lecture, guided discussion, video demonstration and hands-on practical sessions.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand the biological processes involved in fertilization, early embryo development, blastocyst formation, and basic principles of embryo assessment.
Teaching & Learning:
Lecture, guided discussion, video demonstration and hands-on practical sessions.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand the basic clinical evaluation of infertility and the principles behind ovarian stimulation and male infertility management.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand semen analysis, sperm characteristics, abnormalities, and laboratory approaches to semen preparation and assessment.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will gain an understanding of important sperm function tests and laboratory procedures used in reproductive medicine.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand the principles and workflow of major ART procedures and associated laboratory techniques.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will develop knowledge of embryology laboratory organization, equipment, quality control, documentation, and essential laboratory practices.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand the major factors influencing implantation and the principles of embryo transfer and luteal support.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand pregnancy monitoring, complications, implantation failure, and important pregnancy outcomes following ART.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will gain an overview of advanced technologies used in contemporary assisted reproduction and embryo selection.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand the importance of quality management, safety, infection control, documentation, and standardized laboratory practices in ART services.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand the principles and clinical considerations involved in third-party reproduction and donor screening.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Key Topics
Learning Outcome:
Participants will understand ethical, legal, counseling, and consent-related considerations in ART practice.
Assessment:
MCQ and SAQ.
Final Evaluation
An evaluation test will be conducted after each module, followed by a comprehensive final evaluation at the end of the program.
The final evaluation will include:
Passing & Grading
| Score | Grade |
|---|---|
| 60%–69% | Satisfactory |
| 70%–79% | Highly Satisfactory |
| 80% and above | Distinction |
Minimum Pass Score: 60%
Dissertation
Participants will be required to prepare and submit a dissertation as part of the final academic requirements. The dissertation will be evaluated as part of the overall course completion process.
The program combines multiple teaching approaches to provide both theoretical understanding and practical exposure: