Associate Fellow of Industrial Health (AFIH)

The full form of AFIH is Associate Fellow of Industrial Health. 

To be eligible for the AFIH course, candidates must have a degree in MBBS or equivalent from a recognized university. Candidates must also have a valid registration with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or State Medical Council (SMC). 

The AFIH course is a one-year diploma program. 

The AFIH course fees for the AFIH course vary from one institute to another. On average, the fees range from INR 60,000 to INR 1,00,000. 

The AFIH course is suitable for medical professionals who wish to specialize in occupational health. The course is also suitable for professionals working in industries where there is a high risk of occupational hazards. 

The AFIH course provides specialized knowledge and skills in occupational health. It enables medical professionals to identify, evaluate, and control health hazards in the workplace. The course is recognized by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, which adds value to the qualification. 

The admission process for the AFIH course varies from one institute to another. Generally, candidates are required to fill in an application form and submit it along with relevant documents. Admission is based on merit. 

There is no entrance exam for the AFIH course. AFIH course colleges provide admission based on merit. 

The syllabus for the course may vary depending on the institute offering the course. However, some common topics covered IN AFIH are:   

• Occupational Health 
• Industrial Hygiene 
• Ergonomics 
• Toxicology 
• Occupational Medicine 
• Occupational Diseases 
• Occupational Safety 
• Environmental Health 
• Legal Aspects of Occupational Health 

Some of the top private colleges offering the include: 

• Pearl Academy, New Delhi 
• Pearl Academy, Mumbai 
• IIMT Group of Colleges, Agra 
• Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) 
• Punjabi University 

• Indian Institute of Public Health, Gandhinagar 
• National Institute of Occupational Health, Ahmedabad 
• Regional Labour Institute, Faridabad 
• Regional Labour Institute, Chennai 
• Regional Labour Institute, Kolkata 

The AFIH course opens up various job opportunities in both government and private sectors. Medical professionals with an AFIH qualification can work as occupational health specialists, safety officers, medical officers, and industrial hygienists. They can also work in industries such as manufacturing, construction, mining, and healthcare. 

After completing the AFIH course, candidates can pursue higher studies in occupational health. They can opt for courses such as Master of Public Health (MPH) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Occupational Medicine. 

• Occupational Health Specialist  
• Safety Officer  
• Medical Officer  
• Industrial Hygienist  

They can work in industries such as:    

• Manufacturing  
• Construction  
• Mining  
• Healthcare 

The salary for professionals with an AFIH qualification varies depending on the job role and industry. On average, AFIH doctors' salary ranges between INR 5 lakh to INR 10 lakh per annum.