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Diploma in Nursing (DNA)

Building a strong foundation in nursing knowledge, patient care and practical healthcare skills.

About the Course

The Diploma in Nursing (DNA) is a two-year programme that introduces students to foundational nursing knowledge, patient-care practices and the responsibilities involved in supporting healthcare services. The course brings together classroom instruction and practical exposure to help learners understand patient needs, maintain personal and environmental hygiene, communicate effectively and follow safe care practices.

About the Department

The Nursing Department emphasizes the development of caring attitudes, discipline, communication and essential patient-support skills. Students are introduced to basic nursing concepts, patient comfort, first aid, infection prevention and hospital procedures. Learning is intended to build a sound foundation for supervised support roles in healthcare environments.

Students learning Diploma in Nursing (DNA)

Duration

2 Years

Eligibility

10th / +2 Pass or Fail / Any Degree

Confirm course-specific requirements with the institution.

Age Limit

16–35 Years

Key Areas of Study

Basic Nursing Concepts

Introduction to nursing principles, responsibilities and patient-centred care.

Patient Hygiene & Comfort

Supporting personal hygiene, comfort, nutrition and everyday care needs.

First Aid

Understanding basic first-aid principles and the importance of timely assistance.

Infection Prevention

Learning hygiene, sanitation and infection-control practices.

Healthcare Communication

Developing respectful communication with patients, families and healthcare teams.

Hospital Care Procedures

Introduction to routine hospital practices and patient-support procedures.

Practical Hospital Exposure

Observing and practising relevant skills in supervised healthcare settings.

Programme Overview

Course Objectives

To develop foundational knowledge of nursing assistance and patient support, with an emphasis on safety, hygiene, communication and compassionate care.

Programme Highlights

  • Two-year diploma programme
  • For girls, as stated in the institution's course list
  • Classroom learning supported by practical exposure
  • Focus on patient care, hygiene and communication
  • Hospital-oriented learning and career awareness

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand basic nursing concepts and the importance of patient-centred care.
  • Assist with routine patient comfort, hygiene and support activities under appropriate supervision.
  • Follow basic infection-prevention and safety practices.
  • Communicate respectfully with patients, families and healthcare teams.
  • Recognize the importance of professional conduct, responsibility and teamwork.
Learning in Practice

Practical & Hospital Training

Practical exposure helps students connect classroom concepts with the routines of healthcare environments. The institution's supplied content refers to hospital-based practical training. The nature, location and supervision arrangements should be confirmed with the college before publication.

Career Opportunities

Career pathways are indicative and do not guarantee employment. Appointments and regulated duties depend on the qualification accepted by the employer, applicable recognition, registration and recruitment requirements. The supplied institutional document lists institute-wide eligibility categories of 10th, +2 pass/fail and any degree, with an age range of 16–35 years. Course-specific eligibility should be confirmed with the institution before admission.