ncvet-help[at]gov[dot]in
Beta Version
+91 11 25788001-11

Geriatric Caregiver (Institutional & Home Care) Options (Palliative Care/Dementia Care)

NQR Code:2022/HLT/HSSC/06765

  • Old Code: 2022/HLT/HSSC/06765

    Copy
About this Qualification

Job Description

Discuss & verbalize the role of a Geriatric Caregiver (Institutional & Home Care) • Demonstrate techniques to maintain the personal hygiene needs of an elderly patient • Demonstrate professional techniques in maintaining daily living activities. • Maintenance of perineal hygiene, Catheter care in catheterized patients • Support patient to eat and drink–orally/assisted feeds e.g., RT Feeds • Assist medication care of the immobile/semi or un-conscious patients under supervision/ guidance of Nurse professional or medical in-charge • Identify risk factors/events and inform doctor/nurse/family immediately • List the basic healthcare needs of ambulatory conscious elderly people, non-ambulatory / bed-ridden frail elderly people etc. • Build a comprehensive knowledge base to be a companion and support in home safety management.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria 1 Criteria 2 Experience Training Qualification
12th N.A. No Experience None
Pursuing 1st year of 3-year/ 4-years UG In any field No Experience None
3 year Diploma after 10th Pursuing No Experience None
Previous NSQF qualification of Level 4 1 year None
2 year Diploma after 12th Pursuing No Experience None
10th Passed No Experience None
8th Passed No Experience 2 year NTC

Progression Pathway

  • Horizontal: NSQF Level 3: Geriatric Caregiver - Palliative NSQF Level 3: Geriatric Caregiver - Dementia NSQF Level 3: Dietetic Aide Vertical: NSQF Level 4: General Duty Assistant (Advanced) NSQF Level 4: Medical Records Assistant NSQF Level 4: Geriatric Care Assistant Progression to Diploma/Degree qualifications in the relevant field after training. (NCAHP)

Learning Module In Job Role/Qualifcation

National Occupation Standards (NOS)/Module NOS Code Mandatory/ Optional Estimated size (Hours) Nos Credit Level
HSS/N6006.Provide geriatric care to meet diverse needs and assistance for daily living activities HSS/N6006 Mandatory 120 4 4
HSS/N6007.Provide support in performing procedures as instructed in a care plan as per limits of competence and authority HSS/N6007 Mandatory 90 3 4
HSS/N6008.Support geriatrics as a companion while promoting Rehabilitation, Yoga, Exercise HSS/N6008 Mandatory 120 4 4
HSS/N6009.Provide assistance during end-of-life care HSS/N6009 Mandatory 60 2 4
HSS/N9622.Follow sanitization and infection control guidelines HSS/N9622 Mandatory 30 1 3
Bridge Modules N/A Mandatory 30 1 4
DGT/VSQ/N0101 : Employability Skills (30 Hours) DGT/VSQ/N0101 Version 1.0 Mandatory 30 1 2
Palliative Care HSS/N6005 Optional 120 4 4
Dementia Care HSS/N6010 Optional 120 4 4