The Full Form of PGDCC is Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Cardiology.

In order to obtain a Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Cardiology (PGDCC), at the
International University School of Medicine (IUSOM) – Michigan Clinical Campus in
Dearborn, Michigan, USA, the students are required to successfully complete two
semesters (duration of such each semester being six months (24 weeks)) covering
Theory & Clinical Rotations/Clerkships at Ark Medical Center (AMC) and at AMC-
Affiliated Hospitals located in Michigan, USA as well at MIOT Hospital in Chennai
(India) and at other Cardiology Hospitals & Institutes situated in Asia.

This Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Cardiology (PGDCC) Program is available as
a 48 weeks (two Semesters in total) full-time course. IUSOM – Michigan Clinical
Campus Students will gain knowledge and experience in the theory and clinical
application of evidence-based cardiology practice at Ark Medical Center (AMC) and
at AMC-Affiliated Hospitals in Michigan, USA along with at MIOT Hospital in Chennai
(India) and at other Cardiology Hospitals & Institutes situated in Asia. The PGDCC
Program covers the complete spectrum of the management of cardiovascular
diseases including full cardiac investigations and preventions. In this PGDCC
Course, most of the learning occurs as a result of clinical experience (experiential
learning and on-the-job learning) and self-directed study. The degree of self-direct
learning will increase as IUSOM students become more experienced. Lectures and
formal educational sessions make up only a small part of this course. Students will be
able to interact with their tutors and fellow students via an online virtual learning
environment. Clinical placements are completed across key areas of cardiology
practice providing the opportunity for students to be immersed in the practicalities of
provision of complete medical care rather than learning only about the theory.