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Post Graduate Certificate in Geriatrics Nursing is specialized nursing course having duration of one year and it is purely specialized in providing nursing care to the elderly. This course offers an understanding of healthcare needs of geriatric patients, including comprehensive knowledge and skills needed to manage care of such patients. Some of the subjects taught include: physiology of aging, health problems of the elderly, nursing care with human dignity, legal and ethical implication in gerontological nursing, introduction to assistive technology, communication skills, counseling techniques.
One has to seek admission to the program and the minimum education requirement is a bachelor’s degree in Nursing. It is preferred if the candidates have cleared the entrance test such as AIIMS PG Nursing, JIPMER PG Nursing, CMC Vellore PG Nursing, ESIC PG Nursing, IGNOU Post Basic BSc Nursing entrance exam. Many institutes also prefer work experience of the candidate in caring of elderly patients.
| Course Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Post Graduate Certificate in Geriatrics Nursing |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Course Level | Postgraduate Certificate |
| Eligibility | B.Sc. Nursing or General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with relevant work experience |
| Top Colleges | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Rajkumari Amrit Kaur College of Nursing, Apollo School of Nursing, Manipal College of Nursing |
| Entrance Exam | Institute-specific entrance exams, merit-based admissions |
1. Applicants must have passed the BSc in Nursing or Post Basic BSc in Nursing from a recognized university/institute with 50% marks.
2. Registered nurse either with RN or RNRM with State Nursing Council or Nursing Registration.
3. At least one year working experience after acquiring the Basic BSc Nursing or Post Basic BSc Nursing qualification.
4. They shall target those working in hospital environments where elderly patients frequent will be given priority.
5. They should possess good communication skills for team work with other health professionals and also with the patient’s relatives.
6. Medical and scientific literature must be read and written English fluently to record patient background information.
| Job Title | Description | Average Salary (INR/Year) |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse (Geriatrics) | Provides direct patient care in hospitals, nursing homes, or assisted living facilities. | 3,00,000 - 5,00,000 |
| Geriatric Care Manager | Coordinates care plans, helps with daily living activities, and advocates for elderly patients. | 4,00,000 - 6,00,000 |
| Rehabilitation Nurse (Geriatrics) | Assists elderly patients in regaining or improving physical function after illness or injury. | 3,50,000 - 5,50,000 |
| Mental Health Nurse (Geriatrics) | Provides specialized care for elderly patients with mental health conditions like dementia or depression. | 4,00,000 - 6,00,000 |
| Home Health Nurse (Geriatrics) | Provides in-home nursing care for elderly patients who wish to remain independent. | 3,25,000 - 5,25,000 |
