Certificate in General Duty Assistance (CGDA)

Overview

• The General Duty Healthcare Assistant Program (GDHA) likely focuses on training individuals to provide essential care and support in healthcare settings. Healthcare assistants, often referred to as nursing assistants or nursing aides, play a crucial role in assisting nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
• In a GDHA program, you can expect to learn a variety of skills related to patient care, such as assisting with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, maintaining patient records, and ensuring the overall well-being of patients. The program may also cover topics like infection control, communication skills, and basic medical procedures.
• Practical, hands-on training is usually a significant part of the curriculum, allowing students to develop the necessary skills in a supervised clinical environment. Upon completion, individuals are typically prepared for entry-level positions in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, or other healthcare settings.

Eligibility

• Must have passed SSLC.
• Minimum age is 16 years as on 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.
• Maximum age is 35 years as on 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.

Minimum Education