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Overview

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Overview

Carmel College of Nursing is a prominent nursing institution located in Nalammile, Aluva. Established in 2011, it was upgraded from the Carmel School of Nursing (which began in 1995) and is managed by the CMC Sisters of Vimala Province, Ernakulam. The college is recognized for its commitment to preparing skilled nursing professionals who provide holistic care.

Academic Profile and Affiliations

The college maintains high standards of education through rigorous academic and clinical programs.

  • Affiliation: Affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), Thrissur.

  • Recognition: Approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (KNMC).

  • Primary Course: Offers a 4-year B.Sc. Nursing program with an annual intake of 50 students (split between Government and Management quotas).

Clinical Training and Parent Hospital

Students receive extensive hands-on experience through the institution's parent hospital, which serves as a vital training ground.

  • Parent Hospital: Carmel Hospital, a 250-bed multi-specialty facility established in 1968.

  • Key Specialties: Clinical training covers departments such as General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Neonatology, Cardiology, Ortho, Paediatric, Dermartology, Dental, Opthal, ENT, Psychiatry and Palliative Care.

  • Facilities: The hospital includes specialized units like ICCU, SICU, NICU, MICU, PICU and Dialysis unit ensuring students are exposed to diverse medical environments.

Campus Infrastructure

The campus is designed to provide a comprehensive learning and living environment for its students.

  • Academic Facilities: Includes smart classrooms, well-equipped laboratories for different nursing specialties, and a library with a vast collection of medical literature.

  • Hostel: On-campus hostel and canteen facilities are available students, featuring strict safety protocols and study hours.

  • Other Amenities: The campus includes a prayer room, Exam Hall, Auditorium, Cafe and sports facilities, and it is under continuous CCTV surveillance for security.

Admission and Eligibility

Admission is generally based on merit and specific eligibility criteria set by the university and state government.

  • Eligibility: Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (10,+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, typically requiring a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

  • Process: Applications for government seats are usually processed through the LBS Centre for Science and Technology, while management seats are handled via the Association of Management of Christian Self-Financing Nursing Colleges of Kerala (AMCSFNCK).