Course Overview
Patient-care professionals support nurses and doctors in hospitals, nursing homes and the community — bedside care, hygiene, vital signs, dressing and health education. The training is practical and focused on safe, kind patient care.
CERTIFICATE IN GENERAL DUTY/NURSING ASSISTANT (GDA/CNA) is offered through the affiliated institutions of All India Paramedical Council. Students attend classes and practical training at their study center, appear in the Council's examinations at the end of each course year and, on passing, receive the Council's certificate and statement of marks.
What You Will Learn
- Basic nursing and bedside care
- Vital signs and patient observation
- Hygiene, infection control and first aid
- Dressing and minor procedures
- Community health and health education
Career Opportunities
Job opportunities depend on vacancies and the rules of the employer or the state; the Council does not guarantee employment.
How to Get Admission
Register
Create your login with mobile and e-mail.
Fill the form
Choose CERTIFICATE IN GENERAL D... and your study center.
Documents & fee
Upload documents and pay online.
Enrollment
Get your Enrollment No. by e-mail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for CERTIFICATE IN GENERAL DUTY/NURSING ASSISTANT (GDA/CNA)?
Eligibility: 10th (or equivalent). Final eligibility is checked when the application is verified.
How long is the course?
The duration is 1 YEAR. Examinations are held by the Council at the end of each course year.
Where will I study?
The course is taught at the Council's affiliated institutions. You choose your study center in the online admission form.
How do I apply?
Apply online on this website: fill the form, upload your photo, signature and documents and pay the fee. After verification you receive your Enrollment No. and student login by e-mail.
Will I get a certificate?
After passing the final examination you receive the certificate and statement of marks of All India Paramedical Council, which can be verified online.