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SKIMS College of Nursing offers premier professional nursing education programs recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi, and Andhra Pradesh Nurses and Midwives Council (APNMC), Vijayawada. Explore our comprehensive undergraduate degree and diploma programs below:
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Seats | Affiliating Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|
B.Sc NursingUndergraduate Degree |
4 Years | 10+2 (Science: PCB) with min. 45–50% aggregate & English | 50 Seats | Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, A.P. Nursing Council & INC Recognized |
GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery)Diploma Program |
3 Years | 10+2 (any stream), as per council norms (min. 40–45%) | 50 Seats | A.P. Nursing Council & DME (Govt. of AP), INC Recognized |
Course Overview
B.Sc Nursing is a 4-year undergraduate degree program that prepares students to become registered professional nurses, combining classroom education with extensive clinical training.
The curriculum is designed under the regulations of the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences. It emphasizes a strong scientific foundation, ethical patient care, critical decision-making in emergency situations, and hands-on clinical exposure across specialty wards, ICUs, operation theatres, and community health centers.
4 Years
(Including mandatory clinical internship)
10+2 (Science: PCB)
Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English; min. aggregate as per council/university norms (45-50%)
As Per Guidelines
Min. 17 years completed as on 31st December of the admission year
50 Seats
Annual intake approved by INC & AP State Nursing Council
Curriculum Highlights (Year-wise, brief)
The 4-year B.Sc Nursing curriculum seamlessly blends foundational biomedical sciences, nursing therapeutics, specialty clinical rotations, and managerial training:
Year I: Foundational Medical Sciences & Basic Nursing
Foundational PhaseAnatomy
Human body systems, organs & structural histologyPhysiology
Cellular biology, organ functions & metabolic pathwaysNutrition
Dietetics, nutritional assessment & therapeutic dietsPsychology
Human behavior, mental health concepts & patient counsellingFundamentals of Nursing
Core clinical nursing skills, bedside care, infection control, vital signs & ethicsClinical Focus Year I: Nursing Foundation Simulation Lab practice, basic bedside hygiene, patient comfort, vital signs monitoring, and hospital ward orientation.
Year II: Clinical Pathophysiology & Adult Health Nursing
Clinical Core PhaseMedical-Surgical Nursing
Adult nursing management, surgical care & critical patient recoveryMicrobiology
Bacteriology, virology, immunology & hospital sterilisationPharmacology
Drug classifications, pharmacokinetics, dosages & safe administrationPathology
Disease mechanisms, clinical pathology & diagnostic geneticsClinical Focus Year II: Hands-on rotations in General Medical, Surgical, Orthopedic, and ENT/Eye wards with sterile dressing and medication delivery.
Year III: Specialized Maternal, Child & Mental Health
Specialty PhaseChild Health Nursing
Pediatric clinical care, growth & development, immunization & neonatal careMental Health Nursing
Psychiatric disorders, therapeutic communication & psychiatric rehabilitationMidwifery
Antenatal, intranatal & postnatal care, labor room delivery assistance & obstetricsClinical Focus Year III: Labor suites, NICU/PICU pediatric intensive care units, and state mental health institute clinical postings.
Year IV: Community Health, Management & Intensive Internship
Advanced & Internship PhaseCommunity Health Nursing
Primary health care, rural & urban community health, epidemiology & national programsManagement of Nursing Services
Ward administration, leadership, nursing education & quality assuranceResearch & Internship
Nursing research methodology, clinical statistics project & 6-month intensive hospital internshipClinical Focus Year IV: Comprehensive community postings at PHCs/CHCs, casualty & emergency trauma postings, super-specialty ICU/OT full-time shift internship.
Career Prospects
Graduates of B.Sc Nursing from SKIMS College of Nursing enjoy unmatched demand across corporate hospitals, government health departments, research institutions, and international healthcare systems:
Staff Nurse
Deliver professional bedside clinical care, medication administration, and patient monitoring in multi-specialty hospitals.
ICU / OT Nurse
Specialize in high-acuity critical care units (MICU, SICU, CCU) and advanced surgical operating suites.
Community Health Nurse
Lead public health initiatives, immunization drives, maternal-child welfare, and healthcare outreach at PHCs & CHCs.
Nurse Educator
Train the next generation of nursing students as clinical instructors, lecturers, and simulation trainers.
Further Studies (M.Sc Nursing)
Pursue Master of Science in Nursing across Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Psychiatry, or Community Health and Ph.D. degrees.
Global Registered Nurse
Qualify for high-paying international RN roles in USA (NCLEX-RN), UK (NHS/NMC), Canada, Australia, and Gulf countries.