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GNM course
The Full Form of GNM course is General Nursing and Midwifery. It is a 3½ years diploma in paramedics. Nursing and Midwifery focuses on the provision of care to individuals, families, and communities.
The program has been designed to enable eligible candidates to address the health needs of the country, community, and individuals. They can also pursue advanced study and specialization in nursing while contributing to the health-based industry with patience, responsibility, and dedication.
Students can also choose other Nursing Courses further. Subjects covered within this course’s curriculum include: Anatomy & Physiology, Biological Science, Microbiology, Behavioral Science, Sociology, Psychology, Fundamentals of Nursing, and First Aid.
GNM or General Nursing Midwifery is a Three and a half-year diploma course in the field of Nursing. Students who wish to pursue GNM diploma can proceed after passing their class 12 exam with Science stream. The Three year and half-year course includes six-months of mandatory internship. GNM diploma course is one of the sort out course which can be considered as a stepping stone towards making a career in the Nursing field. Graduates of GNM diploma can start their career by working with government and private hospitals and clinics.
In India, the average GNM diploma course fee ranges from Rs 20,000 to Rs 1.5 Lakh per annum. Which may vary based on the universities/colleges’ standards. There are various institutes in India which offers GNM diploma and admissions are done via both entrance exams and on the basis of merit.
Eligibility
- Listed below are some criteria which candidates interested in pursuing GNM nursing course are required to fulfill in order to be eligible to apply for the course.
- Successful qualification of class XII from a recognized educational board. Preferably, science subjects as the main subjects of study at the 10+2 level with a minimum aggregate score of 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Syllabus and Course Description
A year-wise breakup of the GNM course details is tabulated here.
Year I
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Year II
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Year III
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Biological Sciences
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Medical-Surgical Nursing I
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Midwifery and Gynecological Nursing
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Anatomy and Physiology
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Medical-Surgical Nursing
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Community Health Nursing - II
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Microbiology
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Pharmacology
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Pediatric Nursing
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Behavioral Sciences
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Medical-Surgical Nursing II (Specialties)
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Internship Period
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Psychology
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Communicable Diseases
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Educational Methods and Media for Teaching in Practice of Nursing
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Sociology
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Orthopedic Nursing
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Introduction to Research
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Fundamentals of Nursing
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Ear, Nose, and Throat
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Professional Trends and Adjustment
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Nutrition
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Oncology/Skin
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Administration and Ward Management
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First Aid
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Ophthalmic Nursing
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Health Economics
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Personal Hygiene
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Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
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English
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Community Health Nursing
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Community Health Nursing
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Computer Education
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Environmental Hygiene
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Health Education and Communication Skills
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Career Prospects
Higher Studies
After passing in the GNM Result, students who want to pursue higher studies can fill the nursing application form for courses like:
- B.Sc. (Nursing)
- Post Basic B.Sc. (Nursing)
- M.Sc. (Nursing)
- Ph.D. (Nursing)
Jobs
The requirement for qualified and skilled nurses is rampant throughout the world. The existing nurse-patient ratio is rather low and disappointing at present. Employment opportunities in this profession are available across private and government hospitals, industries, orphanages, nursing homes, old age homes, sanatoriums, and armed forces.
Popular hiring organizations include:
- State Nursing Councils
- Indian Red Cross Society
- Indian Nursing Council
Job Position
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Job Description
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Average Annual Pay Scale
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Clinical Nurse Specialists work in doctor's facilities, hospitals, clinics, medical centres, and other healthcare centres. They are typically specialists in particular areas, for example, Gerontology, Cardiovascular Health, or Public Policy.
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INR 4,50,553
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Legal Nurse Consultant
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Legal Nurse Consultants are registered nurse attendants who offer medical data to legal entities and experts about medicine-related cases.
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INR 5,30,989
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Professors
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Professors teach students a wide range of subjects at the post-secondary level. They deliver scholarly articles, perform research, and instruct in the discipline.
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INR 9,13,657
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Forensic Nurse
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Forensic Nurses perform duties that are significantly more specific than nurses commonly perform.
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INR 4,94,720
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Travelling Nurse
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A travelling Nurse is a healthcare professional who helps constantly sick or homebound patients or helps medical offices with staffing deficiencies
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INR 2,37,186
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Average Fee
The average tuition fee charged for the course in India ranges between INR 20,000 and 1.5 Lakhs.
Average Salary
The average annual salary offered to successful professionals of the discipline in India ranges from INR 2 to 5 Lakhs. However, it increases with the candidate’s experience and skill set.