BSS Diploma in Health Care Assistant

BSS Diploma in Health Care Assistant Course – 2 Years, After 12th

Do you want a healthcare job but not a long degree? The BSS Diploma in Health Care Assistant at AIPS Dibrugarh is a 2-year course that teaches you how to care for patients. You learn bedside care, hygiene, first aid, vital checks and ward support. You study in the classroom, in our lab and in real care settings. You can join after Class 12 in any stream.

Admission 2026–27 is open.

What is the BSS Diploma in Health Care Assistant?

A Health Care Assistant helps patients with daily needs. You help them wash, eat, move and rest. You check basic signs like pulse and temperature. You keep the ward clean and safe. You support nurses and doctors, and you give patients comfort and respect.

"BSS" stands for Bharat Sevak Samaj. This diploma follows the BSS curriculum and exam pattern. The center code AHS027 tells you which batch and syllabus you belong to. Quote it when you enquire.

This is a skill-based diploma. It is not a nursing degree and not a nursing diploma. It prepares you for care-support jobs.

Why study Health Care Assistant at AIPS?

• Open to all streams. Arts, Commerce and Science students can join after 12th. We cover the basics early, so you do not feel lost.
• A strong first step. You learn bedside care, first aid, infection control and communication. These skills are useful in hospitals, home care and elder care.
• More than a short course. Two years give you time to practise and build confidence.
• Hands-on learning. Plan for about 10–20 hours a week of lab and care practice, depending on the semester.
• Local language support. Classes are taught in Assamese, with Hindi and English support.
• Placement guidance. We help with your resume, interview practice and hospital/home-care visits. We do not promise a job. Placement opportunities depend on vacancy availability, employer requirements and interview performance. 
• Help for outstation students. We guide you on hostel options.

Eligibility for Diploma in Health Care Assistant

You can apply if you have passed Class 12 in any stream (Arts, Commerce or Science).

No science background? That is fine. We start with simple lessons on the human body and basic care.

• Minimum marks: Pass in 12th.
• Age limit: 17 years and above.
• Medical fitness: Medically fit for patient-care training. 

Admission process

1. Enquire. Tap "Check seats and fees" on WhatsApp or call us.
2. Share your details. Send your Class 12 marks and preferred batch.
3. Talk to a counsellor. We confirm seats, fees, batch date and EMI options.
4. Submit documents. Bring them to the AIPS centre.
5. Pay and confirm. Complete the fee steps and get your admission confirmation.

Documents to keep ready

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Aadhaar card
• 4 passport-size photos
• Transfer/migration certificate, if applicable
• Character/conduct certificate, if applicable
• Caste/category certificate, if applicable
• Medical fitness certificate, if required
• Any other document as per the admitting BSS study centre 

Course duration and learning mode

The course is 2 years long. It has three parts:

• Theory in the classroom, with demonstrations and internal tests.
• Lab practice on campus with training mannequins and basic patient-care equipment.
• Ward and home-care practice in real settings, with a teacher or supervisor.

Attendance in practice postings is compulsory to get your certificate. The course is conducted year-wise, with classroom theory, practical/lab sessions and supervised clinical/home-care training in each year.

Diploma in Health Care Assistant fees and payment

The total fee, year-wise split, exam fee and other charges: Send an enquiry to the institution for the exact fee details.

EMI options are available. A counsellor will explain them on call. Ask these four questions before you join any course:

1. What is the total fee for two years, with all charges?
2. Is the exam fee included?
3. What is the refund policy?
4. Are hostel and food costs separate?

We answer all four openly.

Health Care Assistant course syllabus and subjects

You learn in six modules. A free PDF prospectus with the full syllabus is available on request.

Subject-wise list, semester plan and exam pattern: Theory and practical subjects are covered year-wise over 2 years, with internal assessments and BSS examinations as per the course syllabus. Send an enquiry to the institution for the exact subject list, semester plan and exam pattern. 

Skills you will learn

• Bedside care and patient comfort
• Patient hygiene and safe movement
• First aid and CPR basics
• Checking and recording vitals
• Infection control and safe waste handling
• Talking kindly with patients and families
• Ward support and teamwork

Practical training

Practice is the heart of this course. You first practise in our lab on training models. Then you move to wards and home-care settings under supervision. A logbook records what you have learned, so you and your teachers can track your progress.

Certificate and recognition

On passing, you receive the BSS Diploma in Health Care Assistant certificate issued by Bharat Sevak Samaj (BSS). AIPS is authorized to run the course through its BSS study center/authorization arrangement; please ask us for the authorization letter before admission.

This diploma is not the same as a nursing qualification such as GNM or B.Sc. Nursing, and it is not a short skill-council certificate. It is a two-year vocational diploma in healthcare assistance. Employer and government-department acceptance can vary by organization and role, so please confirm requirements with the employer or department where you wish to work.

Send an enquiry to the institution for the authorisation letter, certificate sample and recognition details.

Career options after Diploma in Health Care Assistant

You can look for care-support roles in hospitals, home-care agencies, old-age homes and NGOs. Common job titles include:

• Healthcare Assistant
• Nursing Aide
• Home-care Assistant
• Elder-care Associate

Titles differ between employers. Pay depends on the employer, city, shift and your skills. Entry-level health-care/patient-care assistant pay in India is commonly around ₹1.8–3.2 lakh per year, though actual pay can be lower or higher by location and employer. These are not guarantees. 

With experience, you can move to senior care and supervisor roles. You may also progress through additional training in patient care, nursing assistance, home health care or allied-health diploma courses, subject to eligibility. Send an enquiry to the institution for approved further-study options.

Health Care Assistant vs nurse: what is the difference?

A Health Care Assistant does not replace a nurse. Health Care Assistants support nurses and other healthcare staff with basic patient care, hygiene, mobility, feeding and ward support under supervision. If you want to become a nurse later, ask us about the eligibility route and further-study options. Send an enquiry to the institution for details.

Why a 2-year diploma and not a 6-month course?

Short courses teach the basics of patient care fast. A 2-year diploma gives you more time to practise, more subjects (elderly, mother and child care, hospital operations) and more supervised hours. If you want a quick start, ask us which option suits you. We will tell you honestly.

Who should join this course?

This course suits you if you:

• Passed Class 12 in any stream and want a healthcare career
• Are patient, kind and ready to help people
• Prefer learning by doing
• Want to start working in about two years

Ready to start? Talk to our counsellor

Do not guess about fees, seats or dates. Ask us. Our counsellor will explain the course, share the free PDF prospectus and syllabus, confirm the next batch and talk through EMI options. We also guide outstation students in hostels.

Counsellor replies usually within 15 minutes, 9 am to 8 pm. 

Assam Institute for Paramedical Studies (AIPS), Jalan Nagar, near AMCH Gate, Dibrugarh, Assam.