The ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery) program is a 2-year diploma course designed to train students in the basics of nursing and midwifery to provide primary healthcare services in rural and urban settings. The course focuses on maternal and child health, first aid, community healthcare, and patient care practices, preparing graduates for roles in hospitals, clinics, and public health departments.

Prerequisites

• Interest in nursing, community health, and patient care

• Willingness to work in healthcare or field-based settings

• Basic communication skills and compassion for patient well-being

Syllabus Overview

• Fundamentals of Nursing

• Community Health Nursing

• Nutrition and Hygiene

• First Aid and Emergency Care

• Maternal Health and Midwifery

• Child Health and Pediatrics

• Primary Health Care and Family Planning

• Anatomy & Physiology (Basics)

• Health Promotion and Education

• Clinical and Field Training

Learning Outcomes

After completing the course, students will be able to:

• Provide basic nursing and first aid care

• Assist in maternal and child healthcare services

• Conduct health education in communities

• Deliver safe and hygienic midwifery practices

• Support doctors and registered nurses in healthcare delivery

Admission Requirements

• 10+2 (any stream) from a recognized board

• Minimum 45% marks (relaxation as per category norms)

• Age: 17–35 years (as per INC guidelines)

• Medical fitness certificate required

• Entrance test or interview (if applicable)