Vivekanandha College of Nursing, Namakkal

Established in 1993, Vivekanandha College of Nursing, Tiruchengode, stands as one of the leading nursing education institutions in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Situated in Elayampalayam, this all-women's college has a beautiful sprawling campus area of 10. 36 acres. The institution offers 9 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes within the 3 levels of degrees.

It enrols a total number of 638 students with a faculty strength of 84. It is among the qualified institutes approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and stands as an affiliated college that looks out for talented health professionals. Modern facilities abound on campus to facilitate learning.

Among the amenities are a well-stocked library of over 5,000 books and subscriptions to 40 journals, of which 15 are international journals, digitised as well to access. On campus are good, latest laboratory and equipment facilities like Pre-Clinical, Fundamentals of Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, and Maternity Nursing.

The college also has a computer lab with internet facilities available at all times. Excellent sports facilities, both indoor and outdoor, are there under the guidance of two physical directors. A spacious auditorium accommodating 5,000 students is present for various events and programmes.

Vivekanandha College of Nursing caters to the present need for a comprehensive nursing programme with range options for diverse career aspirations. The institution has 9 programmes , including full-time undergraduate and graduate courses. The flagship B. Sc. Nursing course has admissions for 100 students per year, while the Post Basic B. Sc. Nursing course has 40 students each year.

Postgraduate: A college offers five M. Sc. specialisations in Medical Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Paediatric Nursing , Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, and Psychiatric Nursing, with intake of students ranging between 2 and 6 students per specialisation.

Besides this, the college also provides diploma certificates in General Nursing and Midwifery with a seat strength of 60 students and Auxiliary nursing and Midwifery with 40 students. It accommodates 638 students in total for its various programmes. Thus, the institution has pledged commitment to quality education in nursing.

The admission process at Vivekanandha College of Nursing is meant to select serious, capable students for its different programmes. Applicants can visit or contact the admission office for up-to-date information regarding the process of application, eligibility criteria, and other important dates and details on the college website.

For the out-station girl students, the college provides a girls' hostel facility that ensures safety and a conducive atmosphere. It is located close to the campus and is well furnished with modern amenities in order to provide an atmosphere of harmony for student life.