Nursing

There are so many Medical Surgical Nursing colleges in India where you can get admission on a merit-based system. For example, Parul University, Amity University, Armed Forces Medical College, SRM Medical College, St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences, etc., don't conduct or accept any entrance exam scores for MSc Medical Surgical Nursing admission. You can just fulfill the eligibility criteria and get admission to these colleges.

Yes, thesis and research projects are mandatory in the MSc in Medical-Surgical Nursing course. It contributes to the knowledge that will eventually help Nurses in their future practice and research. Nursing is a field-based job and you'll require both the theoretical and practical skills to grow in this profession.

Some important documents you must carry during the MSc Medical Surgical Nursing application process are:

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• BSc Nursing degree
• Valid photo ID proof (Adhaar, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, etc.)
• A registration certificate with the State Nursing Council
• Migration Certificate
• Passport-sized photographs (at least two)

No, there's no strict age limitation to pursue an MSc in Medical Surgical Nursing. However, some colleges may have an upper age limit of 35 years. Also, there can be some age relaxations for candidates with specific categories or disabilities.

The basic difference between Medical-Surgical Nursing and General Nursing practice is that Medical-Surgical Nursing is focused on the specific area of study, where Nurses get trained to provide medical assistance to patients with surgical conditions. Meanwhile, the general Nursing practice trains Nurses for every basic duty for a general patient's ward.

Absolutely, you can take an EMT course after completing your nursing diploma. In fact, your nursing knowledge may give you an advantage in terms of understanding emergency care.

An EMT institution may accept a Diploma in healthcare, especially if you are seeking an advanced/fast-track pathway. It can also open your career toward emergency services and trauma care.