General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) Program Overview
General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) is a comprehensive diploma program designed for students aiming to build a career in clinical nursing and midwifery. The course focuses on developing the clinical and practical skills necessary to handle patients and assist mothers during pregnancy and labor.
Program Structure and Curriculum
Duration: 3 Years (Diploma Level)
Curriculum Breakdown:
First Year:
- Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition
- Community Health, Psychology, Microbiology
- Personal & Environmental Health
- Health Education, Sociology
- Fundamentals of Nursing, First Aid
- Communication Skills
Second Year:
- Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Psychiatric Nursing, Orthopedic Nursing
- Ophthalmic Nursing, Community Health Nursing
- Mental Health, Communicable Diseases
Third Year:
- Advanced Community Health Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing, Midwifery, and Gynecology
- Introduction to Research, Ward Management
- Professional Trends, Health Economics
Additional Training:
The program also focuses on soft skills and effective communication to prepare students for professional roles in healthcare environments.
Eligibility Criteria
Age:
- Minimum: 17 years (as of December 31st in the year of admission)
- Maximum: 35 years
Educational Qualification:
- Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks (preferably Science: PCB & English).
- 10+2 qualification from recognized state open schools or National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).
- 10+2 vocational ANM course with 40% marks from an Indian Nursing Council (INC)-recognized school.
- 10+2 Health Science vocational stream (AISSCE/CBSE/ICSE/SSCE/HSCE) with 40% marks.
- Registered ANMs with 10+2 qualification.
- Relaxation: 5% relaxation in marks for SC/ST candidates.
Other Requirements:
- Must have passed M.E. standard Odia (for central counseling admissions).
- Must be a domicile or permanent resident of Odisha (for central counseling admissions).
- Both female and male candidates can apply (10% seat reservation for male candidates).
- Must be medically fit.
Course Objectives
The GNM program aims to:
- Develop cooperation and coordination skills within healthcare teams for disease prevention, health promotion, and patient rehabilitation.
- Equip students with the ability to keep pace with technological advancements in nursing care.
- Train students to perform complex medical procedures, such as dialysis.
- Enable the application of interdisciplinary knowledge (humanities, biological, and behavioral sciences) in patient care.
- Prepare students to assess nursing needs across all age groups and provide appropriate, evidence-based care.
Career Prospects
GNM diploma holders are well-equipped for various roles in the healthcare sector, including:
- Hospitals and Clinics: Staff Nurse, Ward Nurse
- Community Health Centers: Community Health Worker, Health Visitor
- Private Sector: Home Nurse, Private Healthcare Provider
- NGOs and Public Health Programs: Medical Awareness Campaigns, Outreach Services
- Specialized Roles: Dialysis Technician, Pediatric or Psychiatric Nursing
The GNM program opens doors to rewarding career opportunities in both public and private healthcare sectors, emphasizing patient-centered care and professional growth.