GNM – General Nursing and Midwifery
Training competent general nurses and midwives dedicated to comprehensive patient care and community health improvement.
Overview
The General Nursing and Midwifery programme at People’s College of Nursing & Research Centre provides foundational preparation for professional nursing practice. This diploma course delivers essential nursing knowledge, clinical competencies, and midwifery skills necessary for entry-level nursing positions. Suited for individuals beginning healthcare careers, the programme emphasizes practical training, patient safety, and ethical nursing practice. Students develop readiness to function effectively in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings.
Duration & Eligibility
Duration: Three years of integrated theoretical and clinical instruction
Level: Diploma
Eligibility: Higher Secondary Education (10+2) completion in Science stream or any stream with English from recognized board, meeting minimum percentage criteria. Age requirements as per INC and M.P. Nurses Registration Council norms must be fulfilled.
Syllabus/Modules
First Year: Biological Sciences, Nursing Foundation, Psychology, Sociology, First Aid
Second Year: Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Communication Skills, Nutrition, Environmental Hygiene
Third Year: Midwifery, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Introduction to Nursing Administration and Nursing Education
Highlights
- Extensive clinical training across multiple healthcare departments
- Practical midwifery experience in maternity settings
- Community health fieldwork and rural area exposure
- Supervised patient care under qualified nursing mentors
- Regular skill assessments and competency evaluations
- Registered under M.P. Nurses Registration Council, Bhopal
Admission
Admission conducted through institutional selection process based on Higher Secondary marks and admission guidelines established by the M.P. Nurses Registration Council, Bhopal.
Career
Diploma holders secure employment as staff nurses in government hospitals, private healthcare facilities, nursing homes, maternity centers, and community health programs. Registration with State Nursing Council enables professional practice across India. Graduates can pursue further education through Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing programmes for career advancement. Additional opportunities include industrial nursing, school health services, geriatric care facilities, home nursing services, health insurance companies, and nursing assistant roles in clinical research organizations. This diploma provides practical entry into nursing profession with pathways for continuous professional development.