GDA Course in Mohali – General Duty Assistant Training
Duration: 6 Month
Eligibility: 10th
Training: Classroom + Practical
Location: Sector 70, Mohali
Affiliation: SDC Canada
Join the General Duty Assistant (GDA) Course at SPAW Academy Mohali. Get hospital-based training, practical skills, and placement support to start your career in the healthcare industry.
Start your healthcare career with the GDA Course at SPAW Academy, Mohali. The General Duty Assistant course is designed for students who want to develop practical skills in patient care, hospital support services, safety, hygiene and day-to-day healthcare assistance.
At SPAW Academy, students learn through a combination of classroom education, practical skill development and healthcare-focused training in a professional hospital environment.
Our GDA course is available through different affiliation pathways, including SDC Canada and GSDM / NSDC, subject to the specific course and certification pathway selected at the time of admission.
Ready to start your healthcare career?
What is a GDA Course?
A General Duty Assistant (GDA) is a healthcare support professional who assists patients and supports healthcare teams with routine patient-care and non-clinical activities under appropriate supervision.
GDA training focuses on essential healthcare support skills such as:
- Patient comfort and safety
- Personal hygiene and grooming assistance
- Bathing and dressing assistance
- Support with eating and drinking
- Assistance with routine patient activities
- Patient transfer and mobility support
- Transfer of patient-related documents and samples as per assigned duties
- Infection prevention and control
- Biomedical waste management
- Maintaining a clean and safe patient environment
- Professional communication and workplace behaviour
The Healthcare Sector Skill Council’s GDA curriculum includes competencies related to patient grooming, nutrition and hydration, elimination needs, patient/sample/document transfers, routine inpatient support, infection control and biomedical waste protocols.
Why Choose a GDA Career?
Healthcare facilities require trained support staff who can assist patients with routine care and help maintain a safe, comfortable and organised care environment.
A GDA course can be a suitable starting point for students looking to enter the healthcare sector through a skill-focused training pathway.
Who Is This Course For?
- Want to start a career in the healthcare sector
- Are interested in patient care and healthcare support
- Prefer practical, skill-based education
- Want to work in hospitals or other healthcare environments
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills
- Are comfortable working as part of a healthcare team
- Want to develop professional patient-care skills
- Are looking for a healthcare course after 10th or according to the applicable course eligibility
Who Can Apply for the GDA Course?
The eligibility criteria may vary according to the specific GDA course and affiliation pathway selected.
For the Healthcare Sector Skill Council’s GDA qualification pack, the minimum educational qualification is listed as 10th Pass, with no prior work experience required for entry.
Recommended Eligibility
- Minimum education: 10th Pass, subject to the applicable course pathway
- Basic understanding of Hindi/English or the language required for training
- Interest in patient care and healthcare services
- Willingness to participate in practical training
- Ability to follow healthcare safety and hygiene procedures
Note: Students should confirm the exact eligibility criteria, age requirement, course duration and certification pathway with SPAW Academy before admission.
What You Will Learn
Patient Care Support
Understand how to provide appropriate assistance with routine patient-care needs within the defined role.
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Develop skills related to bathing, dressing and grooming support.
Patient Safety
Learn basic practices for maintaining patient safety during routine support activities.
Patient Mobility Support
Understand safe patient movement and transfer techniques.
Infection Control
Develop awareness of hygiene, PPE and infection-prevention procedures.
Communication
Learn how to communicate respectfully with patients, families and healthcare professionals.
Teamwork
Understand how healthcare support staff work with nurses, doctors and other members of the healthcare team.
Professional Behaviour
Develop punctuality, responsibility, discipline and workplace etiquette.
Healthcare Environment Awareness
Become familiar with hospital departments, workflows and patient-support environments.
Career Opportunities
After completing a GDA course, trained candidates may explore entry-level healthcare support opportunities depending on their qualification, certification, skills and employer requirements.
Potential Career Roles / Areas
- General Duty Assistant
- Patient Care Assistant
- Hospital Support Staff
- Healthcare Support Assistant
- Patient Attendant
- Ward Support Staff
- Home Healthcare Support
- Elder Care Support
Potential Career Settings
GDA-trained candidates may find opportunities in:
- Hospitals
- Nursing homes
- Rehabilitation centres
- Long-term care facilities
- Home healthcare services
- Patient-care facilities
- Other healthcare support environments
Important: Job titles, eligibility and employment requirements vary between employers. Completion of a course does not automatically guarantee employment.
Certification / Affiliation
SDC Canada
Skill Development Council Canada (SDC Canada) provides accreditation, assessment and skill certification services for training organisations. Its official process includes accreditation, assessment and certification stages.
For SPAW Academy’s SDC Canada pathway, the website should display the exact accreditation/learning partner details and course-specific certification information applicable to the GDA course.
SDC Canada GDA
- Course: GDA – General Duty Assistance
- Affiliation/Certification Pathway: SDC Canada
- Training Institute: SPAW Academy
- Location: Sector 70, Mohali
- Assessment/Certification: As applicable to the approved course pathway
Medhavi - GSDM / NSDC
SPAW Academy also offers a GDA pathway associated with the GSDM / NSDC skill-development ecosystem, subject to the exact programme and certification documentation applicable to the course.
GSDM / NSDC GDA
- Course: GDA – General Duty Assistant
- Affiliation: GSDM / applicable NSDC pathway
- Training Institute: SPAW Academy
- Location: Sector 70, Mohali
- Certification: As applicable to the specific approved programme
Why Study This Course at SPAW Academy?
Hospital-Based Learning Environment
Get exposure to a professional healthcare environment and understand how healthcare teams work together.
Practical Skill Development
Go beyond theory with practical sessions designed to build confidence in essential healthcare-support skills.
Experienced Healthcare Training
Learn from trainers and healthcare professionals with relevant practical knowledge.
Career-Focused Learning
The course focuses on developing practical skills, communication and workplace readiness.
Two GDA Pathways
Students can explore GDA options under different affiliation pathways according to their career goals and eligibility.
Healthcare-Focused Academy
SPAW Academy focuses on skill development for healthcare careers rather than generic vocational training.
Convenient Mohali Location
SPAW Academy is located at:
SPAW Hospital, Sector 70, Mohali
Student Support
Our admission and counselling team can help students understand course structure, eligibility, certification and admission requirements before they enrol.
FAQs
What is a GDA course?
GDA stands for General Duty Assistant. It is a healthcare skill-training pathway focused on patient support, personal care assistance, safety, hygiene and routine healthcare support activities.
What does a General Duty Assistant do?
A GDA assists patients with routine care and comfort needs and supports healthcare teams with assigned non-clinical activities. The role can include assistance with grooming, eating and drinking, patient movement, transfers, patient-unit support and infection-control practices within the defined scope of work.
What is the eligibility for a GDA course?
For the HSSC GDA qualification pack, the minimum educational qualification is listed as 10th Pass. The exact eligibility for SPAW Academy may vary according to the selected affiliation pathway, so students should confirm the current criteria before admission.
Can I join a GDA course after 10th?
Yes, the HSSC GDA qualification pack lists 10th Pass as the minimum educational qualification. Specific SPAW Academy course requirements should be confirmed before admission.
Is practical training included in the GDA course?
SPAW Academy’s GDA programme is designed with practical skill development as an important component. The exact practical modules and training schedule depend on the selected course pathway and batch.
Is GDA a nursing course?
No. GDA is a healthcare support role and should not be represented as equivalent to a nursing qualification. A GDA works within the defined scope of the role and supports healthcare teams with routine patient-care and non-clinical activities.
Can a GDA give medicines or perform medical procedures?
A GDA should not independently perform tasks outside the defined scope of the role. The HSSC GDA curriculum specifically identifies several clinical procedures that are outside the standard GDA scope, including medicine administration and certain medical procedures.
What is the difference between GDA and nursing?
A GDA is trained for healthcare support and routine patient-care assistance, while nursing is a separate professional education and registration pathway with its own qualifications, responsibilities and scope of practice.
Where can a GDA work?
Depending on their qualification and employer requirements, GDA-trained candidates may explore opportunities in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, long-term care settings and home healthcare environments.
Does SPAW Academy offer GDA under SDC Canada?
Yes. SPAW Academy offers a GDA pathway associated with SDC Canada. The exact course-level accreditation and certification details should be verified with the academy before admission.
Does SPAW Academy offer GDA under GSDM / NSDC?
Yes. SPAW Academy also offers a GDA pathway associated with GSDM / NSDC. Students should confirm the exact programme, certification and applicable affiliation details with the admission team.
Which GDA course should I choose?
The right option depends on your educational background, career goals, preferred certification pathway, course structure and eligibility. Speak with a SPAW Academy counsellor before making your decision.
What is the GDA course fee?
The fee depends on the selected GDA pathway, duration, batch and certification/assessment structure. Contact SPAW Academy for the latest fee details.
Where is SPAW Academy located?
SPAW Academy is located at SPAW Hospital, Sector 70, Mohali.
How can I apply for the GDA course?
You can submit the enquiry form on this page or contact SPAW Academy directly at 7837749294.
Interested in becoming a trained healthcare support professional?
Submit your details and our admission counsellor will contact you with information about eligibility, course duration, fees, upcoming batches and available GDA pathways.
GET COURSE & ADMISSION DETAILS
Call SPAW Academy: 7837749294
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Location: SPAW Hospital, Sector 70, Mohali