1. Full Form
GDA = General Duty Assistant
It is also sometimes called Patient Care Assistant (PCA) or Nursing Assistant.
2. Eligibility
To join a GDA course, the usual requirements are:
- Minimum 8th or 10th pass
- Some institutes prefer 12th pass
- Age usually 17–30 years
- Basic ability to read and understand English or Hindi
3. Course Duration
The duration depends on the institute:
- 3 to 6 months (most common)
- Some institutes offer 1-year courses with internship
4. Subjects / Syllabus
In the GDA course, students learn basic patient care and hospital work, such as:
- Basic patient care
- Bed making and patient hygiene
- Feeding and bathing patients
- Checking temperature, pulse, and blood pressure
- Infection control and hygiene
- First aid and emergency care
- Helping patients move or walk
- Medical waste management
- Communication with patients
- Basic hospital procedures
5. Course Fees
Fees vary depending on the institute:
Around ₹35,000 – ₹50,000
6. Job Opportunities
- After completing the GDA course, you can work in:
- Hospitals
- Nursing homes
- Clinics
- Old age homes
- Rehabilitation centers
- Home healthcare services
7. Job Roles
- Possible job positions include:
- General Duty Assistant
- Nursing Assistant
- Patient Care Assistant
- Ward Assistant
- Hospital Attendant
8. Salary
Starting salary in India is usually:
- ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per month
- With experience it can increase to ₹25,000+
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