Nursing

Here is the hostel fee details of SCB Medical College for B.Sc Nursing :

Hostel fees is mostly Rs 20,000 a year . It may vary if you choose for single student accommodation.

Mess fees is around Rs. 40000 per year which may change by next year. There is minimal increment in the Mess fee. 

Yes, becoming a Nursing Assistant can be a good choice to enter into the medical field, as it offers relevant experience with patients and senior medical professionals like Doctors and Surgeons. However, the Nursing Assistant role can be physically demanding and relatively low-paying.

No, there's no entrance exam for any certificate or Diploma course admission in the Nursing Assistant specialization. The admission is entirely based on the merit score. However, if you go for a degree program, for example, BSc Nursing, Post Basic BSc Nursing, or MMBS, you will need to go through the entrance exams procedure. 

Yes, a few colleges offer Nursing Assistant courses in India at after 10th Diploma level:

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

Under the practical training in CNA programs, here are a few things taught to Nursing students:

• Hands-on Training in a Clinical or Simulated Setting.
• Assisting in Bedside Care and Procedures.
• Handling Medical Equipment and Supplies.
• Real-time Patient Interaction and Case Handling.
• Final Practical Examination.

Here are some common subjects covered in the Certificate of Nursing Assistant (CNA) programs:

• Fundamentals of Nursing Care
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Medical Ethics and Legal Aspects
• First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Patient Care Techniques
• Physiology
• Medical9 and Dietetics
• Medical Terminology and Documentation
• Geriatric and Pediatric Care

Nursing Assistants generally work for indoor healthcare settings. They get jobs in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, childcare centers, community health centers, Medical NGOs, and the Indian Forces. Some Nursing Assistants also get jobs in personalized care to patients. 

Know all about Nursing Career Scope

To get a job as a Nursing Assistant, you must have some of the following skills:

• Empathy towards people.
• Dependability.
• Time Management.
• Critical Thinking.
• Problem-solving.

These skills will not only help you get a Nursing Assistant job but will also assist you work efficiently.

The eligibility criteria for the Certificate in Nursing Assistant (CNA) program can differ depending on the institution, state regulations, or specific course conditions. However, here are some basic eligibility requirements that every candidate has to meet:

• The age should be at least 16 to 18 years.
• Need to pass Class 12 with PCB subjects from a recognised board or equivalent.

Know more about Nursing Admission

Your chances to gain admission at a public nursing college remain low when you score 475 marks in NEET. The standard entry requirements for state-run nursing institutions span 500 to 600 marks depending on state placement along with student category. Chances exist to seek admission into government nursing colleges in particular states where the cutoff scores remain low. The cutoff score required for nursing admission in some government nursing colleges during 2022 ranged between 450-480 marks. The annual educational expenses in government nursing colleges start at INR 5,000 and reach up to INR 20,000.