BSCN(PB): Post Basic Bachelors of Sciences in Nursing(ODL) Apply Now

Introduction

Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing is a degree programme of minimum 3 years and maximum 6 years duration for in-service diploma holder Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (RNRM). The Programme is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). Eligibility criteria is : In-service Nurses i.e. Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (RNRM) having 10+2 with three years Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with a minimum of two years of experience (after registration as RNRM) in the profession. (For male nurses who have not done midwifery in the GNM programme, should have a certificate in any of the Nursing courses of 6-9 months duration prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council in lieu of midwifery).OR In-service Nurses (RNRM) having 10th class (Matriculation) or its equivalent with three years Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with a minimum of five years of experience (after registration as RNRM) in the profession. (For males nurses who have not done midwifery in the GNM programme, should have a certificate in any of the nursing courses of 6-9 months duration prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council in lieu of midwifery).
From Jan 2023 session onwards, the Post Basic BSc. Nursing programme is offered with integration CCH programme logbook in practical course BNSL-209 in its curriculum with permission of Indian Nursing Council and MoHFWGoI and statutory bodies of IGNOU. In this regard, integrated logbook prepared and printed with adoption of 20 units from BNSL 043 in BNSL 209.

Objective

The main objectives of the programme are as follows:

  • Provide opportunity to a large segment of in-service nurses to upgrade their knowledge and skills to respond to the changing health needs of the society.
  • Motivate nurses to maintain clinical competence to provide quality care.
  • Develop teaching, administration and research skills.
  • Promote personal and professional growth for better opportunities.

Courses Structure

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BNS-201: Nursing Foundation

Credits: 4
1 Yearly

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BNSL-201: Nursing Foundation

Credits: 4
1 Yearly

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BNS-202: Applied Sciences

Credits: 4
1 Yearly

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BNSL-202: Applied Sciences

Credits: 4
1 Yearly

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BNS-203: Maternal Nursing

Credits: 2
1 Yearly

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BNSL-203: Maternal Nursing

Credits: 8
1 Yearly

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BNS-204: Communicative English

Credits: 4
1 Yearly

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BNS-205: Behavioural Sciences

Credits: 4
1 Yearly

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BNS-206: Medical Surgical Nursing

Credits: 4
2 Yearly

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BNSL-206: Medical Surgical Nursing

Credits: 10
2 Yearly

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BNS-207: Paediatric Nursing

Credits: 4
2 Yearly

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BNSL-207: Paediatric Nursing

Credits: 8
2 Yearly

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BNS-208: Mental Health Nursing

Credits: 4
2 Yearly

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BNSL-208: Mental Health Nursing

Credits: 8
2 Yearly

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BNS-209: Community Health Nursing

Credits: 4
3 Yearly

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BNSL-209: Community Health Nursing

Credits: 12
3 Yearly

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BNS-210: Nursing Administration

Credits: 4
3 Yearly

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BNSL-210: Nursing Administration

Credits: 6
3 Yearly

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BNS-211: Nursing Education and Research

Credits: 4
3 Yearly

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BNSL-211: Nursing Education and Research

Credits: 8
3 Yearly

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BNSL-212: Computer in Nursing

Credits: 2
3 Yearly

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