Some important aspects for consideration at the time of formulating the curriculum of orientation training programme for tuberculosis have been discussed in this paper. At the time of formulation of District Tuberculosis Programme, planning for training of manpower was taken simultaneously. The essentials of job orientation training are to change with the change in the requirements of the programme. Defining Objectives in clear terms is one of the important aspects to be considered while formulating the curriculum. This helps in preparing the contents, methods of teaching and developing effective assessment. Profile of Trainees is another important aspect. Factors which have to be considered at the time of formulation of curriculum are age, educational qualifications and professional experience of the trainees. Changes occurring in the general health services, introduction of multi purpose workers scheme and participation of community health workers in the health services, would require a thorough revision of the training organisations and contents of training.