IGNOU School of Health Sciences (SOHS) was established in 1991. They work to provide education in the field of Health Science (nursing and health care). Students can pursue UG, PG, diploma, and certification courses. In these students learn about Medicine, Surgery, Nursing, Dentistry, Allied Health Sciences, AYUSH, etc.
All the programs are designed for students aspiring to build careers in the healthcare sector. IGNOU School of Health Sciences (SOHS) is committed to enhancing the quality of education by incorporating cutting-edge technology-driven teaching methods.
IGNOU SOHS Offered Courses: PGDHIVM, PGDHHM, PGDMCH, PGDGM, BScN(PB), DNA, DCCN, CFAID, BPCCHN, CMCHN, CNIN, CHBHC, CHCWM, CGDA, CPHA, CHHA, CGCA, CPY, PGCMDM, PHDNS.
| School Name | School of Health Sciences |
| Short Name | SOHS |
| Location | New Delhi |
| Phone | +91-011-29533078 |
| [email protected] | |
| Pin Code | 110068 |
| Website | www.ignou.ac.in |
| Offered Courses | PGDHIVM, PGDHHM, PGDMCH, PGDGM, BScN(PB), DNA, DCCN, CFAID, BPCCHN, CMCHN, CNIN, CHBHC, CHCWM, CGDA, CPHA, CHHA, CGCA, CPY, PGCMDM, PHDNS |
IGNOU SOHS provides admissions in January and July (twice a year). UG, PG, and diploma courses. The School of Health Science offers various courses such as Hospital and Health Management (PGDHHM), BSc Nursing, Critical Care Nursing (DCCN), and Home Health Assistance (CHHA) and many more. Students must check all the course details and then apply for it. Students have been updated at the IGNOU official portal.
IGNOU School of Health Sciences offers a Post Graduate Diploma, general Diploma, and Certificate course. Students who want to be interested in any course provided by SHOS can apply between two sessions. The registration fee is INR 300 for all students but the course fee is different. Students have to wait for the next session to apply. Those candidates who want to be admitted in a certificate who candidate must have passed 10+2 and those who applicant completed UG are available for a PG diploma.
The full program fees of Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital & Health Management are INR 25,200, and for the Diploma in Nursing Administration, are INR 10,800. The full program or the Certificates program fees range from INR 2,500 to INR 62,000.
Indira Gandhi National Open University offers various medical courses after 12th such as BSc Nursing (Post Basic), Diploma, Certificate, PG Certificate, and PG and Advanced Diploma level programs. Those candidates who are interested in making their career in the medical field.
Below are mentioned some top UG and diploma medical courses offered by IGNOU.
IGNOU Medical Courses Admission
Indira Gandhi Open University offers a range of medical courses with a simple online admission process. A merit-based admission process can be used to admit students to various medical programs. Follow the steps below to enroll easily.
1. Go to IGNOU’s Official Website.
2. Select the Course in which you want to take admission
3. Check the eligibility criteria for that particular course.
4. Fill out the application form with the correct details and Submit the form
5. Pay the Admission Fees.
| Courses Name | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
| Bachelor’s Degree | |||
| BSc Nursing (Post Basic) (BScN(PB)) | 3 Years | 10+2 with three years of Diplomas in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with a minimum of two years experience in the profession. | Rs. 45,000 |
| Diploma | |||
| Diploma in Nursing Administration (DNA) | 1 Year | Nurses with B.Sc or Post Basic Degree | Rs. 9,000 |
| Diploma in Critical Care Nursing (DCCN) | 1 Year | In-service Nursing professionals- GNM/BSc /MSc N | Rs. 5,000 |
| PG and Advance Diploma | |||
| Post-Graduate Diploma in HIV Medicine (PGDHIVM) | 1 Year | MBBS | Rs. 50,000 |
| Post-Graduate Diploma in Hospital and Health Management (PGDHHM) | 1 Year | Graduates holding an M.B.A. Degree or P.G. Diploma in Financial, Material, or Personnel Management, with five years of hospital experience. | Rs. 11,000 |
| Post-Graduate Diploma in Maternal and Child Health (PGDMCH ) | 1 Year | MBBS | Rs. 23,000 |
| Post-Graduate Diploma in Geriatric Medicine (PGDGM) | 1 Year | MBBS Doctors after the internship | Rs. 21,000 |
| Certificate | |||
| Certificate in First Aid (CFAID) | 6 Months | 10th Pass | Rs. 3,500 |
| Certificate in Community Health (BPCCHN) | 6 Months | GNM/B.Sc. Nursing/PB B.Sc. Nursing/ Ayurveda Practitioners/ BAMS | Rs. 15,000 |
| Certificate in Newborn & Infant Nursing (CNIN) | 6 Months | Nursing professionals (RNRM) with a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) /BSc Nursing or above. | Rs. 5,500 |
| Certificate in General Duty Assistance (CGDA) | 6 Months | 12th Pass | Rs. 6,000 |
| Certificate in Phlebotomy Assistance (CPHA) | 6 Months | 12th Pass with Science | Rs. 7,500 |
| Certificate in Home Health Assistance (CHHA) | 6 Months | 12th Pass | Rs. 6,000 |
| Certificate in Geriatric Care Assistance (CGCA) | 6 Months | 12th Pass with science | Rs. 6,500 |
| Certificate Programme in YOGA (CPY) | 6 Months | 10+2 passed from any recognized board | Rs. 5,000 |
| Certificate in Maternal and Child Health Nursing (CMCHN) | 6 Months | Nursing Professionals (RNRM) with Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and above | Rs. 5,500 |
| Certificate in Home-Based Health Care (CHBHC) | 6 Months | 10th Pass | Rs. 2,000 |
| Certificate in Health Care Waste Management (CHCWM) | 6 Months | 10+2 or equivalent | Rs. 3,000 |
| Doctoral Degree | |||
Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PHDNS) | 3 Years | Master’s Degree | Rs. 16,800 |
| PG Certificate | |||
| Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Management of CBRNE Disasters (PGCMDM) | 6 Months | MBBS (recognized by MCI). Only Indian Citizens would be considered. | Rs. 5,500 |