Empowering Golden-Age Care

Geriatric Care Training Institute

India's North-East premier institute for professional elder care. Train to NSDC & HSSC national standards and unlock careers across India and 6+ countries.

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480+

TRAINING HOURS

100%

Practical Learning

16

MODULES

Nationally Certified Training

Aligned with NISD & HSSC Standards

Train through a nationally recognized curriculum that prepares students for immediate employment in hospitals, home care services, and senior living facilities across India.

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120

Internship Hours

100%

Job-Ready Programme

16

MODULES

Global Career Opportunities

Train for Careers in India & Abroad

Gain internationally aligned skills and unlock rewarding career opportunities in Japan, Germany, Gulf countries, and other global healthcare markets.

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6+

Countries

100%

Placement Assistance

2500+

Global-Ready Hub

Compassion

Training caregivers to provide empathetic and heartfelt support to every elderly individual.

Care & Dignity

Promoting respectful, person-centered care that preserves independence and self-worth.

Excellence

Delivering world-class training aligned with national and international caregiving standards.

875+

Lives Supported

Global Excellence in Elder Care Training

GCTI is India's dedicated Geriatric Care Training Institute, established under Tugboat Care LLP in Siliguri, West Bengal. Affiliated with NSDC, HSSC, and Skill India under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.

About GCTI

A career built on compassion and clinical excellence

  • National & International Certification Standards
  • Employment-Ready Career Training
  • Global Placement Opportunities
  • Compassion-Focused Practical Learning

6+

OVERSEAS MARKETS

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ESTABLISHED BY

Tugboat Care LLP — Steering Aspirations

Aged and Nursing Care

Aged & Nursing Care

Compassionate elderly care ensuring well-being and quality of life.

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Smart Health Screening

Smart Health Screening

Advanced health screening ensuring early detection and proactive care.

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Medical Workflow

Medical Workflow Mgmt

Streamlining medical operations for consistency and efficiency.

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The Programme

Geriatric Caregiver (Institutional & Home Care)

Designed by the Healthcare Sector Skill Council, this programme blends theory, hands-on skill labs and real-world internship to produce caregivers who are workplace-ready from Day 1.

Healthcare Sector Skill Council Certified

Professional Elder Care Training Programme

The programme covers 14 compulsory modules and 2 optional specialisation modules including Palliative Care & Dementia Care.

180 hrs
Theory Hours
180 hrs
Practical Hours
120 hrs
On-Job Training
480 hrs
Total Core Hours
Includes practical training at real hospitals and care facilities — producing truly job-ready caregivers.

Programme Details

QP Code
HSS/Q6002
QP Version
2.0
NSQF Level
Level 4
NCO Code
2015/5321
Sector
Allied Health
Minimum Age
20 Years
Who Can Apply
  • 12th Grade Pass or equivalent NSQF qualification
  • Minimum age 20 years & medically fit
  • Healthcare aspirants & compassionate individuals
  • Women returning to work
  • Service-oriented youth

Career Pathways

Two Pathways, Limitless Possibilities

Our graduates build rewarding careers across India’s rapidly expanding elder-care sector and gain access to high-demand employment opportunities in leading international markets such as Japan, Germany, the UK, Canada, Europe, and the Gulf.

Career Pathways

Domestic Opportunities

Build a strong career across India as a Geriatric Caregiver, Senior Care Companion, Home Healthcare Assistant.

International Opportunities

Access global career opportunities in Japan, Germany, the UK, Canada, Europe, and Gulf countries.

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Career Pathways

10+

Job Roles

6+

Global Destinations

100%

Career-Focused Training

16 Modules One Complete Skill Set.

Healthcare Delivery Systems

Primary to quaternary care, elderly rights, NPHCE-NHM policies.

Human Body Structure & Function

Organ systems, body fluids, anatomy basics.

Role of Geriatric Caregiver

Scope of work, code of conduct, professional ethics.

Care of Geriatrics

Hygiene, mobility, vital signs, medication, catheter care.

Healthcare Delivery Systems

Primary to quaternary care, elderly rights, NPHCE-NHM policies.

Human Body Structure & Function

Organ systems, body fluids, anatomy basics.

Role of Geriatric Caregiver

Scope of work, code of conduct, professional ethics.

Care of Geriatrics

Hygiene, mobility, vital signs, medication, catheter care.

NSDC & HSSC Aligned

Nationally recognized qualification with government backing.

Modern Skill Labs

CPR mannequins, patient simulators, and clinical tools.

Expert Faculty

Certified trainers with real geriatric care experience.

Hospital Internship

120-hour on-job training at real care facilities.

Why Choose GCTI

Everything You Need to Succeed

Comprehensive training, practical exposure, and placement support to build a successful career in elder care.

Why Choose GCTI

Overseas Orientation

English, cultural training, and interview preparation.

Placement Support

Active placement assistance in India and abroad.

Yoga & Wellness

Holistic yoga, meditation, and caregiver self-care.

Compassion-Led

Trained to serve seniors with dignity and humanity.

Our Highlights

Three Reasons to Choose Our Institute

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National and International Certifications

National & Global Certifications

Hands-On Practical Training

Hands-On Practical Training

India and Overseas Career Opportunities

India & Overseas Career Opportunities

GCTI Skill Lab

Learn. Practice. Excel.

Siliguri, West Bengal — Fully equipped practical learning environment designed to develop compassionate, confident, and job-ready geriatric caregivers through hands-on clinical exposure and real-world healthcare simulations.

  • Reception & Waiting Area for patient interaction training.
  • Skill Lab & Practical Area with advanced healthcare equipment.
  • Demo Room & Simulation Ward for real-care experience.
  • Assessment Area, Office & Store for complete operational exposure.
GCTI Skill Lab
Student Testimonials

5.0 Student Satisfaction Rating

Student Testimonials

Success Stories from Future Caregivers

The practical training and hospital internship gave me the confidence to care for elderly patients professionally. I secured a job in a reputed home-care agency immediately after completing the course.

Student

Priya Sharma

The overseas orientation and interview preparation helped me understand international caregiving standards. I am now preparing for career opportunities in Germany and Japan.

Student

Rahul Das

The faculty were highly experienced and supportive. The blend of compassion-focused training, skill labs, and placement assistance made this one of the best career decisions I have made.

Student

Anjali Roy

Certified Elder Care Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our research process

Find answers to common questions about admissions, course curriculum, national certifications, practical internship training, and placement support. Learn how our programme prepares students for rewarding careers in geriatric care across India and international destinations such as Japan, Germany, and Gulf countries.

This programme is designed to train compassionate caregivers to provide professional support to elderly individuals in homes, hospitals, and assisted living facilities.

Students are trained according to NISD and HSSC standards, providing nationally recognized certification and skills aligned with international caregiving requirements.

Yes, graduates can pursue employment opportunities in hospitals, home healthcare, nursing agencies, and senior care facilities across India and overseas.

Yes, the curriculum is aligned with global caregiving standards, opening pathways to careers in Japan, Germany, Gulf countries, and other international markets.

Yes, students receive practical internship experience and dedicated placement assistance to help them secure rewarding healthcare careers.

Schedule

Mon - Sat: 7am to 4.30pm

Sunday: Holiday

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(+91) 123 456 789

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