📘 Patient Care Management (BPCM) :–

The Patient Care Management (BPCM) is an undergraduate program designed to prepare students for managing and supporting patient care services in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and community healthcare settings.

The course trains students in clinical assistance, patient safety, hospital operations, communication, and healthcare service management. Graduates act as a vital link between doctors, nurses, patients, and hospital administration, ensuring smooth and compassionate healthcare delivery.

Key Highlights

• Duration: 3 years (including internship/clinical training)

• Eligibility:

  • 10+2 (any stream, preferably with PCB/PCMB)

  • Minimum 45–50% aggregate (varies by institution)

• Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)

• Field: Healthcare & Hospital Support Services

Core Subjects & Syllabus

1. Human Anatomy & Physiology

2. Basics of Nursing & First Aid

3. Patient Care Techniques & Assistance

4. Infection Control & Hospital Hygiene

5. Nutrition & Diet Planning for Patients

6. Medical Ethics & Communication Skills

7. Hospital Operations & Ward Management

8. Geriatric & Palliative Care

9. Patient Psychology & Counseling

10. Health Information Systems & Record Keeping

11. Community & Home-based Patient Care

12. Internship in Hospitals / Patient Care Units

Skills You Gain

• Assisting patients with daily care & mobility

• Monitoring vital signs & maintaining medical records

• Effective communication with patients and families

• Supporting doctors & nurses in patient care

• Knowledge of infection control & hospital safety protocols

• Basic emergency response & first aid skills

• Administrative and coordination skills in hospital wards

Career Opportunities

BPCM graduates are in demand in hospitals, nursing homes, NGOs, rehabilitation centers, and healthcare support organizations.

Job Roles:

• Patient Care Executive

• Ward Care Supervisor

• Healthcare Support Staff Coordinator

• Rehabilitation & Home Care Assistant

• Hospital Operations Assistant

• Community Health Worker

Employment Areas:

• Government & Private Hospitals

• Nursing Homes & Rehabilitation Centers

• NGOs & Community Health Programs

• Home Healthcare Service Providers

• Medical Tourism & Patient Assistance Services

Higher Studies & Growth

• M.Sc. in Patient Care / Nursing / Hospital Administration

• MBA in Hospital & Healthcare Management

• Specialized Diplomas in Geriatric Care, Palliative Care, or Rehabilitation Services

• Certification in Patient Safety & Quality Care