DIPLOMA IN NURSING AND PATIENT CARE (2 YEAR)

Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care (2 Years)

📚 YEAR 1 SYLLABUS – FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING

1. Communicative English and Basic Computer Skills

• English grammar and usage in healthcare
• Medical communication and patient interaction
• Basics of computer operation and MS Office

2. Human Anatomy and Physiology

• Structure and function of the human body
• Major body systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, etc.
• Anatomical terminology and physiological processes

3. Microbiology and Infection Control

• Introduction to microbes and their role in health
• Hospital-acquired infections
• Disinfection and sterilization techniques
• Infection control protocols

4. Fundamentals of Nursing

• Basic nursing procedures and techniques
• Bed-making, bathing, feeding, dressing patients
• Monitoring vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respiration)
• Administering oral medications under supervision

5. Introduction to Pharmacology

• Drug classification and uses
• Routes of drug administration
• Storage and handling of medications
• Drug dosage and side effects (basic level)

6. Community Health Nursing

• Role of nursing assistants in public health
• Health education and preventive care
• Maternal and child health
• Vaccination awareness

📚 YEAR 2 SYLLABUS – ADVANCED CLINICAL TRAINING

1. Medical-Surgical Nursing (Basic)

• Nursing care in common medical conditions (fever, wounds, infections)
• Basic surgical care support (pre-op and post-op care)
• Use of medical and surgical instruments

2. Emergency and First Aid

• CPR and basic life support (BLS)
• Handling medical emergencies (burns, fractures, shock)
• First aid procedures for minor injuries

3. Mental Health and Psychology

• Basics of human behavior and mental well-being
• Communication with psychiatric patients
• Stress management for caregivers
• Confidentiality and empathy in care

4. Patient Care Management

• Nutrition and hydration in patient care
• Elimination needs (catheter care, bedpans)
• Hygiene maintenance for immobile patients
• Mobility and exercise assistance

5. Hospital Housekeeping and Waste Management

• Ward cleanliness and sanitation
• Biomedical waste classification and disposal
• Linen handling and infection prevention

6. Medical Ethics and Legal Aspects

• Patient rights and dignity
• Ethical handling of patients
• Basic legal responsibilities and documentation
• Maintaining confidentiality

7. Clinical Internship / Rotational Posting

• Ward duty under supervision (medicine, surgery, maternity, pediatric)
• Patient charting and record-keeping
• Case study submissions and skill assessments