NEW GENERAL DUTY ASSISTANT COURSE (GDA) - Tech Mahindra SMART Academy

Certificate in General Duty Assistant Course (GDA)

Get trained by industry experts with hands-on practical experience.

Earn a recognized certification to boost your career opportunities. No prior experience required – start learning from scratch. Our GDA Course is affiliated with the Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC)

प्रशिक्षण एवं प्लेसमेंट भागीदार

Available Across 20+ Locations

Study close to home — our GDA course is available across major cities in India.

North India

West India

East India

South India

See What Our Students Have to Say

Why have our students chosen the General Duty Assistant course?

"I joined Tech Mahindra SMART Academy to work in the medical line — this course is affordable and helpful."

"I always wanted to work in healthcare. This academy is affordable and truly supportive of my goals."

"My dream is to help people with my job — this academy is fulfilling that dream. That's why I'm here :)"

How Does the GDA Course Help You?

SMART Academy offers a certified General Duty Assistant course with a 6-month HSSC certified curriculum that includes theory and practical GDA classes followed by on-job training to enable students to become certified GDAs. A GDA works in close collaboration with doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers.

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6-Month Program

3 months classroom training + 3 months on-job training at partner hospitals

General Duty Assistant Course Curriculum

The GDA course trains students to work as nursing aides in hospitals, nursing homes, and home care scenarios — with special emphasis on empathetic and ethical behavior beyond patient care.

Patient Care & Nursing

बेसिक नर्सिंग स्किल्स

रोगी की दैनिक देखभाल

रोगी देखभाल सहायक की भूमिका

नुस्खे के अनुसार दवा देना

Medical Knowledge

Basic human anatomy & physiology

Understanding hospitals & healthcare system

चिकित्सा अपशिष्ट का निपटान

बॉडी मैकेनिक्स को समझना

Specialized Care

नेत्रहीनों की देखभाल

गिरने की रोकथाम देखभाल और संयम

General health & hygiene

Special skin care for radiotherapy & pressure sores

Emergency & Safety

रोगी को संभालना, उठाना और स्थानांतरित करना

आपातकालीन प्राथमिक चिकित्सा और सीपीआर

विवरण

रोगियों से कम से कम दर्द और परेशानी के साथ रक्त के नमूने लेना
स्टोरेज एंड ट्रांसपोर्टेशन ऑफ़ सैम्पल्स
रक्त के नमूनों पर नज़र रखने की ज़िम्मेदारी
डेटाबेस का रखरखाव
कंप्यूटर और हाई-टेक लैब उपकरण के साथ काम करने में सहज

Who is Eligible for the GDA Course?

Our General Duty Assistant course is designed for Class 8th pass students who want to work in hospitals, nursing homes, and provide care to patients. The minimum age required is 18 years.

Minimum Education

Class 8th pass or equivalent

न्यूनतम आयु

18 years at the time of enrollment

Why Should You Join Us?

Learn Phlebotomy Technician skills with practical training and job assistance.

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure

Hospital-simulated labs and equipment for real-environment learning.

जॉब स्किल

English speaking, personality development, and IT skills for industry demands.

एक्सपर्ट फैकल्टी

Highly qualified healthcare professionals guiding your on-job training.

GDA Work Locations

As a certified General Duty Assistant, you’ll be qualified to work across a wide range of healthcare environments — from large hospitals to community care centers and patient homes.

अस्पताल

वृद्धाश्रम

Patient's Homes

Community Care Centres

GDA Responsibilities

A General Duty Assistant plays a vital role in patient care — supporting medical staff with day-to-day tasks across clinical and home settings.

Basic Patient Care

Assist in dressing, feeding, and helping patients with daily routines

Mobility Support

Help patients exercise and assist them in and out of bed safely

Hygiene & Housekeeping

Maintain patient hygiene and provide extra care as required

Patient Handling

Lift, transfer, and move patients safely using proper techniques

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्नों

What does a General Duty Assistant (GDA) do?

A General Duty Assistant supports doctors and nurses in patient care. They help with basic tasks like patient hygiene, feeding, mobility, and maintaining cleanliness in hospitals or healthcare settings.

Who is eligible to enroll in the GDA course?

Anyone who has completed at least 10th can apply. No prior healthcare experience is required. Basic communication skills are helpful.

कोर्स की अवधि क्या है?

The GDA course at TMF is typically a 3-month program, including classroom training and practical exposure.

Does the course include practical training?

Yes, the course includes hands-on training in hospitals or healthcare centers where students learn patient care, hygiene practices, and basic nursing support skills.

Will I get a certificate after completing the course?

Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a TMF certification, which helps you apply for jobs in hospitals and healthcare facilities.

What career opportunities are available after this course?

After completing the course, you can work as a General Duty Assistant, Ward Assistant, or Patient Care Assistant in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, Labs and home healthcare services. With experience, you can grow into senior caregiving or specialized roles.

What is the salary and career growth after this course?

At the entry level, a General Duty Assistant can earn around 1.2 -1.8 Lakhs per annum depending on the hospital and location.

With experience and good performance, salary can increase, and you can move into roles like Senior GDA, Ward Supervisor, or specialized caregiver (ICU/Home Care).

You can also upgrade your career by pursuing further courses in healthcare as per the qualification eligibility, which can lead to better job roles and higher salary.

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