Nursing in Chennai
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a year agoContributor-Level 8
Apollo School of Nursing Chennai admissions are offered on the basis of merit. Candidates must secure a minimum aggregate of 55% in Class 12 for admission to UG level courses with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as mandatory subjects. Similarly, for PG level courses, candidates must secure a minimum aggregate of 55% in graduation with 1 year work experience after RN and RM registration in the nursing council. Apart from that, candidates from the outside Tamil Nadu must secure an eligibility certificate from the Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University. Candidates pursuing MSc must be registered with Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives
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a year agoContributor-Level 8
Apollo School of Nursing Chennai has not yet declared placement stats or any kind of record. However, the Institute offers placement assistance and has various hospitals that provide internship and placement opportunities. Furthermore, the Institute has placement committee that also provides through various collaborations and partnerships. These placement opportunities equip the students with industry exposure.
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a year agoContributor-Level 8
It can be comparatively challenging to survive the geographical change. It might take time for a candidate to adjust to the lifestyle of the Institute or the peers, faculty and other vital factors. The climatic change may also play a role for the candidates apart from the language barrier. However, the faculty members at the Institute make sure to keep the students safe, secure and well-equipped with all necessary amenities.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Listed below are the top specialisations offered by various Nursing colleges in Chennai:
| Top Specialisations | No. of Colleges |
|---|---|
| GNM | 21 (SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Madras Medical College Chennai, Stanley Medical College, etc.) |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing | 15 (SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chettinad College of Nursing, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Researc, etc.) |
| Paediatric Nursing | 14 (Chettinad College of Nursing, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, |
| Psychiatric Nursing | 14 (SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chettinad College of Nursing, Saveetha University, etc.) |
| Medical Surgical Nursing | 13 (Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Meenakshi College of Nursing, MAHER, MMM College of Nursing, etc.) |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, joining the best Nursing colleges in Chennai can be worthwhile for you. For that, you need to check its ROI. Listed below are some colleges along with their tuition fees and average placement package:
College Name | Total Tuition Fee | Average Placement Package |
|---|---|---|
SRIHER Courses | INR 1.5 Lacs - INR 81 lakh | INR 4.5 LPA - INR 21 LPA |
| Meenakshi College of Nursing, MAHER | INR 2 Lacs - INR 4 lakh | INR 3.75 LPA |
Saveetha University Courses | INR 50,000 - INR 2 lakh | INR 6.54 LPA |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are about 50+ Nursing colleges in Chennai. Of these, 35 colleges are privately owned, 5 colleges are owned by public/government organisations, and public-private entities own 5 colleges. The top colleges are SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Chettinad college of nursing, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, etc.
Admissions to these Nursing colleges in Chennai based on merit on entrance exam basis like NEET UG and NEET PG.
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2 years agoContributor-Level 9
Students can choose from two-course options for graduate-level (duration – four years) - BSc (Basic) and BSc (Post-Basic), postgraduate level MSc in Nursing (duration – 18 months to three years) and PhD in Nursing (two to three years). The eligibility criteria for the two is mentioned below:
- BSc (Basic)– Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and should be medically fit.
- BSc (Post-Basic) –Candidates must have passed Class 12 in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). One has to get a certificate in GNM (General Nursing Midwifery) and register him/herself as RNRM (Registered N
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