General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)

• The minimum educational qualification required for admission is 10+2/PUC/PDC examination or equivalent examination in Arts / Commerce / Science.
• Candidate must complete 17 years of age by of commencing academic year.
• Percentage: 45% (General Category) OR 35% (SC/ST-Only for Karnataka Students).
• Maximum age limit is 35 years.

GNM is a 3 years study programme. This Diploma programme is designed to provide students with basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to enter the health care system as a professional nurse. Students develop skills and judgment in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for all age groups. Through this program, students gain the ability to deliver quality care in therapeutic manner.

Objectives:

• Apply knowledge and skill necessary for assessing nursing needs of the individuals throughout the life cycle, families and communities.
• Apply relevant knowledge from biological and behavioral sciences in planning and carrying out safe nursing care activities.
• Cooperation with members of the health team in the hospital or in the community in prevention of diseases, promotion, restoration of health & rehabilitation.