CBSE Class 11 Health Care Syllabus 2025–26 | NCERT
CBSE Class 11 – Health Care
(Based on NCERT | Latest CBSE Curriculum 2025–26)
🏥 CLASS 11 – HEALTH CARE
Board: CBSE
Subject: Health Care
Academic Year: 2025–26
📝 QUESTION PATTERN & MARKING SCHEME (CBSE)
Theory Examination: 30 Marks
Time: 1½ Hours
Practical / Internal Assessment: 70 Marks
Assessment Structure
- Theory (30 marks)
- Section A: MCQs / Very Short Answer (1 mark each)
- Section B: Short Answer Questions (2–3 marks)
- Section C: Long Answer / Case-based Questions (4–5 marks)
- Practical / Internal (70 marks)
- Skill-based practicals
- Practical record / Portfolio
- Viva Voce
Total Marks: 100 (30 Theory + 70 Practical)
Map-based questions: Not applicable
📚 SYLLABUS – UNIT-WISE (AS PER NCERT & CBSE 2025–26)
NCERT / CBSE Curriculum: Health Care – Class XI
| Unit | Chapter / Topic | Learning Outcomes / Chapter Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Unit I | Introduction to Health Care | Understand the concept of health, health care services, role of health workers and importance of health care in society. |
| Unit II | Structure of Health Care Services | Learn about primary, secondary and tertiary health care systems in India and their functions. |
| Unit III | Communication Skills in Health Care | Develop effective communication skills, patient interaction, empathy and professional behaviour. |
| Unit IV | Infection Control and Safety | Understand hygiene, sanitation, infection prevention, use of PPE and basic safety measures. |
| Unit V | First Aid and Emergency Care | Learn first aid procedures, handling emergencies, basic life support and patient safety. |
| Unit VI | Nutrition and Health | Understand balanced diet, nutrients, malnutrition and role of nutrition in maintaining health. |
| Unit VII | Personal Hygiene and Healthy Lifestyle | Learn about personal hygiene, physical fitness, mental well-being and disease prevention. |
| Unit VIII | Community Health | Understand community health services, public health programmes and preventive health care. |
| Unit IX | Ethical and Legal Aspects of Health Care | Learn basic ethics, patient rights, confidentiality and responsibilities of health care workers. |
| Unit X | Career Opportunities in Health Care | Explore career options, skill requirements and growth opportunities in the health sector. |
🧪 PRACTICAL WORK / SKILL TRAINING (CLASS XI)
| Area | Practical Activities | Skills Developed |
|---|---|---|
| First Aid | Bandaging, basic emergency response | Life-saving and safety skills |
| Hygiene Practices | Handwashing, sanitation procedures | Infection control awareness |
| Nutrition | Meal planning, diet charts | Nutritional understanding |
| Patient Care | Basic patient handling | Empathy and care skills |
| Portfolio | Record of activities | Documentation and reflection |
📌 PEDAGOGY & ASSESSMENT NOTES
- Strong focus on skill-based and experiential learning
- Encourages health awareness, safety and social responsibility
- Practical work carries maximum weightage
- Portfolio maintenance is mandatory
🔍 RELATED KEYPHRASES
- CBSE Class 11 Health Care Syllabus 2025-26
- NCERT Health Care Class 11 Curriculum
- Class 11 Health Care Exam Pattern CBSE
- CBSE Health Care Practical Syllabus
- Health Care Vocational Subject Class 11
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Q1. Is Health Care a practical subject in CBSE Class 11?
Yes, Health Care is mainly practical, with 70 marks allotted to practical and skill-based assessment.
Q2. How many marks are allotted for theory in Health Care?
The theory examination carries 30 marks.
Q3. What type of practical work is done in Health Care?
Students learn first aid, hygiene practices, nutrition planning and basic patient care skills.
Q4. Is Health Care useful for future careers?
Yes, it provides a foundation for careers in nursing, paramedical services, public health and allied health fields.
Q5. Is Health Care a scoring subject in Class 11?
Yes, with regular practical practice and proper records, Health Care is a highly scoring subject.
