Diploma in Critical Care Nursing DCCN IGNOU
The Diploma in Critical Care Nursing is a continuing nursing education programme of one year for in-service nurses (RNRM) having 2 theory and 2 practical courses, comprising 32 credits (12 credits in theory and 20 credits in practical). The programme aims at enabling nursing professionals (RN and RNRM) to develop and
apply advanced nursing care knowledge and skills for providing comprehensive nursing care to Critically ill patients in intensive care settings.
Objectives:
Develop and apply advanced Nursing care knowledge in Critical Care settings.
Acquire proficiency in applying advanced skills in Caring for Critically ill patients
Function as a Critical Care Nurse Specialist and Practitioner.
Educate Nursing Professionals in Critical Care Nursing.
IGNOU DCCN Eligibility: Registered Nurse (RN) and (RNRM) at all levels (GNM/BSCN/ or above)
The medium of Instruction: English
IGNOU DCCN Duration: Minimum 1 year and Maximum 3 years; offered only in January cycle of admissions.
IGNOU DCCN Fee Structure: Rs.5,300/- for full programme
Programme Details:
| Course Code | Title of the Course | Credits | Download |
| Theory | |||
| BNS 31 | Concept and Principles in Critical Care Nursing | 6 | |
| BNS 32 | Nursing Management in Critical Care Conditions | 6 | |
| Practical | |||
| BNSL 33 | Clinical Nursing Practice in Critical Care-I | 12 | |
| BNSL 34 | Clinical Nursing Practice in Critical Care-II | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 32 |