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Course Details

GENERAL NURSING MIDWIFERY

Degree Course Type 

Diploma

Entry Level Qualification 

Class 10+2

Degree Course Duration 

3 Year

Course Fields 

Nursing

Degree Course Entrance Exam 

AIIMS PG INICET

Average Course Fee 

30000 - 350000

Average Salary Offered 

400000 - 900000

Course Highlights 

Some of the basic details of the GNM course are as follows:

Course Level

Diploma

Course Name

General Nursing and Midwifery

Short Name

GNM

Duration

3 Years

Examination Type

Semester System/ Year-wise

Eligibility

10+2 with minimum 50% marks in aggregate with science subjects

Admission Process

Merit-Based/ Entrance Exam

Course Fee

INR 30,000 to INR 2.5 Lacs

Top Employment Areas

Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Universities, etc

Job Roles

Clinical Nurse Specialist, Legal Nurse Consultant, Forensic Nursing etc.

About Course 

GNM Nursing full form is General Nursing and Midwifery, a three-year and six-month diploma course designed for aspirants who want to pursue a career in clinical nursing.  The curriculum of some universities includes a six-month mandatory internship at the end of the course and the diploma is granted only after the candidates complete this internship. Candidates who have successfully passed their 12th standard exam in the Science stream can pursue the GNM nursing course. The programme teaches aspirants how to care for individuals who are sick or have been injured in order to help them attain full recovery. Candidates can secure admission into General Nursing and Midwifery programme by appearing for state-level exams such as WBJEE ANM-GNM, Maharashtra GNM, Kerala GNM, etc.​​​​​​​

Why Choose Course And Required Skills 

Nursing programmes like the GNM course play a crucial role in the healthcare industry. Students learn how to use clinical approaches and aid patients' basis requirements. The job entails supporting doctors as well as administering patients to provide treatment to the general public.

The GNM nursing course's curriculum is specially curated to prepare candidates for their future job roles. One gets to study a perfect mix of theoretical and practical knowledge.

Candidates require these skills to become successful after completing GNM nursing course:

1. Patience

2. Empathy

3. Highly skilled

4. Excellent communication skills

5. Strong management as well as organizational skills

Eligibility  

1. Minimum Qualification Required: 10+2 (Physics, Biology and Chemistry)

2. Minimum Marks Required (Aggregate): 50%

3. The minimum marks may vary from institute to institute

Entrance Exams Details 

Some of the popular entrance exams for GNM course are as follows:

1. INI CET

2. BHU Nursing Entrance Exam

3. PGIMER Nursing

4. RUHS Nursing Entrance Exam

Degree Course Syllabus 

The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course is typically a 3.5-year diploma program that focuses on equipping students with skills and knowledge related to patient care, healthcare services, and midwifery. The course includes both theoretical studies and practical training. Here is an overview of the syllabus for the GNM course:

First Year:

1. Anatomy & Physiology

Structure and functions of the human body

Understanding different systems (skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, etc.)

2. Fundamentals of Nursing

Basics of nursing care

Nursing ethics and principles

Personal hygiene, comfort, and safety measures for patients

3. Community Health Nursing I

Introduction to public health

Concepts of primary healthcare and community health

Health problems in rural and urban communities

4. Psychology

Basics of human psychology

Emotional health and behavior patterns

Application of psychology in patient care

5. Microbiology

Introduction to microorganisms and their effects on the human body

Sterilization, disinfection, and infection control

6. First Aid

Principles of first aid

Emergency care and treatment for accidents or sudden illnesses

7. Personal and Environmental Hygiene

Maintaining personal health and hygiene

Environmental cleanliness and its importance in healthcare


Second Year:

1. Medical-Surgical Nursing I

Care for patients with medical and surgical conditions

Nursing procedures and techniques for various medical conditions

2. Pharmacology

Introduction to pharmacological terms and drug administration

Drug classification and effects on the human body

3. Sociology

Understanding society, culture, and health

Social issues affecting health

4. Medical-Surgical Nursing II (Specialties)

Advanced nursing care for patients with specialty conditions (e.g., orthopedic, neurological, renal)

5. Orthopedic and Geriatric Nursing

Care of elderly patients and those with orthopedic conditions

6. Community Health Nursing II

Continued education on community health services

Public health policies and practices


Third Year:

1. Midwifery and Gynecological Nursing

Nursing care for women during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum

Care for newborns and family planning services

2. Pediatric Nursing

Nursing care for infants, children, and adolescents

Growth and development, immunizations, common childhood illnesses

3. Psychiatric Nursing

Care of patients with mental health issues

Techniques for promoting mental well-being and managing mental health disorders

4. Professional Trends and Adjustments

Recent trends in nursing

Career planning and professional development

5. Nursing Administration and Ward Management

Hospital management, patient care coordination

Leadership skills and supervisory roles in nursing

6. Introduction to Research and Statistics

Basics of research methodology

Application of statistics in healthcare research


Internship Period (Six Months):

Clinical practice in hospitals and healthcare centers

Rotational duties in various departments (medical, surgical, pediatric, maternity, and community health)

Practical exposure to real-life nursing and midwifery situations under supervision

This comprehensive course prepares students to work as professional nurses and midwives, focusing on both theoretical knowledge and hands-on clinical experience.

Top Colleges 

Candidates pursuing GNM studies need to ensure that they secure admission in the topmost colleges. These institutions offer quality education and comprise experienced tutors. Here are some of the best GNM nursing colleges in India.

Refer to the best government colleges with GNM courses:

College Name

IPGMER

GMC Kozhikode

GMCH Chandigarh

TD Medical College

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences

Bankura Sammilani Medical College

IRT Perundurai Medical College

Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences


Check out the best private colleges with GNM courses:

College Name

Sharda University

HML Group of Institutions

Integral University

Era University

Hind Institute of Medical Sciences

Institute of Paramedical Technology

Noida International University

IIMT University

National Institute of Management and Technology

Rama University


Studying abroad is preferred by many students. Quality education, exposure to a new culture, and high-paying packages are some of the key factors that attract individuals to abroad studies. Students can continue their GNM studies outside India if they possess grit and determination. So, here are the best colleges that one should aim for:

College Name

Country

University of Pennsylvania

United States

University of Washington

United States

John Hopkins University

United States

King’s College London

United Kingdom

Yale University

United States

University of Technology Sydney

Australia

University of Southampton

United Kingdom

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

United States

University of Manchester

United Kingdom

University of Toronto

Canada

Course Fees 

Top Colleges with fees:

College Name

GNM Course Fee

IPGMER

15,000

GMC Kozhikode

4,790

GMCH Chandigarh

40,000

TD Medical College

60,000

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences

19,500

Bankura Sammilani Medical College

30,000

IRT Perundurai Medical College

15,000

Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences

24,000


College Name

GNM Course Fee

Sharda University

80,000

HML Group of Institutions

75,000

Integral University

75,000

Era University

92,500

Hind Institute of Medical Sciences

54,000

Institute of Paramedical Technology

34,000

Noida International University

82,000

IIMT University

72,500

National Institute of Management and Technology

71,500

Rama University

75,000


College Name

Country

Fees (INR)

University of Pennsylvania

United States

40,62,000

University of Washington

United States

26,32,411

John Hopkins University

United States

45,55,000

King’s College London

United Kingdom

24,55,000

Yale University

United States

41,52,070

University of Technology Sydney

Australia

19,65,400

University of Southampton

United Kingdom

20,00,000

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

United States

27,68,000

University of Manchester

United Kingdom

23,35,000

University of Toronto

Canada

30,00,000

Top Recruiters And Salary 

Candidates can refer below to find the best recruiters in India that offer GNM graduates lucrative packages:

1. Community Health Centres

2. Manipal Hospital

3. Fortis Healthcare

4. The Indian Red Cross Society

5. Max Hospital

6. Apollo Hospitals Enterprise

7. Medanta Medicity

8. Global Hospitals

9. Columbia Asia Hospital

10. Indian Nursing Council and various State Nursing Councils

11. Wockhardt Hospitals


      


Salaries offered after pursuing GNM followed by PG diploma or master courses in nursing are lucrative. Nurses working in forensics, ICU and private home care, can earn up to Rs. 4.9 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh per annum.

Course Scope And Career Options 

Nursing is full-time occupation and candidates who have acquired the required skills and education in the field of care-taking and nursing can take up jobs at hospitals, clinics, health departments or can work as a private health care-taker. GNM diploma holders can also take up community services and can work for NGOs that spread medical awareness or help the sick. The salaries offered after the GNM courses can vary from Rs. 1.5 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh. Some government jobs pay better packages to freshers who complete this course. Following are some of the job profiles that a GNM diploma holder can apply for:

1. Staff Nurse

2. Home Nurse

3. Health Visitor

4. Community Health Worker​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Admission Process 

Nursing aspirants can apply for the General Nursing and Midwifery programme once they have completed their class 12 exams with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics as compulsory subjects. Admissions in GNM courses are done mostly on the basis of marks secured by a candidate in class 12 exams. Colleges release a merit list on the basis of candidates' performance in the 10+2 exam.

Few of the institutes also conduct their own entrance exams for these courses or take students on the basis of state-level diploma entrance exams. Those candidates who qualify the entrance exams will be eligible for admissions to the GNM course.

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