The Indira Gandhi National Open University Certificate in Nursing Assistant course is a one-year program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to become a nursing assistant. The course covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, nutrition, pharmacology, infection control, patient care, and communication. It also includes practical training in clinical settings, such as hospitals and nursing homes. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded a Certificate in Nursing Assistant from IGNOU. The course is open to all, regardless of their educational background, and is offered through distance learning.

Course Duration	Fee	Study Mode	University Type
1 year	INR 10,000	Distance Learning	Open University

Semester	Syllabus
1st Semester	Introduction to Nursing, Anatomy and Physiology, Fundamentals of Nursing, First Aid and Emergency Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, Community Health Nursing
2nd Semester	Medical Surgical Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Maternal and Child Health Nursing, Nursing Research and Statistics, Nursing Management and Administration

The important topics covered in the Indira Gandhi National Open University Certificate in Nursing Assistant programme are:

1. Introduction to Nursing
2. Anatomy and Physiology
3. Basic Nursing Care
4. Health Care Practices
5. Nutrition and Dietetics
6. Medical Surgical Nursing
7. Mental Health Nursing
8. Community Health Nursing
9. Nursing Management
10. Communication Skills
11. Professional Ethics and Legal Aspects of Nursing
12. Research Methodology and Biostatistics
13. Computer Applications in Nursing