ANM course syllabus
Official curriculum as per the Indian Nursing Council guidelines.
Course of Study
The Auxiliary Nurse and Midwives (ANM) program is structured over two years, including a six-month internship, to provide a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
First Year
| Sr. No. | Course Title | Theory (hrs) | Demo (hrs) | Total Classroom (hrs) | Hospital Exp. (hrs) | Community Exp. (hrs) | Total Experience (hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Community Health Nursing | 120 | 50 | 170 | 10 | 100 | 110 |
| II | Health Promotion | 120 | 75 | 195 | 20 | 180 | 200 |
| III | Primary Health Care Nursing | 130 | 150 | 280 | 90 | 300 | 390 |
| IV | Child Health Nursing | 75 | 110 | 185 | 80 | 100 | 180 |
| Total Hours | 450 | 385 | 835 | 200 | 680 | 880 | |
| Total First Year Hours: 1720 | |||||||
Second Year (First Six Months)
| Sr. No. | Course Title | Theory (hrs) | Demo (hrs) | Total Classroom (hrs) | Hospital Exp. (hrs) | Community Exp. (hrs) | Total Experience (hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V | Midwifery | 200 | 160 | 360 | 220 | 160 | 380 |
| VI | Health Centre Management | 40 | 40 | 80 | - | 60 | 60 |
| Total Hours | 240 | 200 | 440 | 220 | 220 | 440 | |
| Total Hours (First Six Months): 880 | |||||||
Second Year (Internship - Six Months)
| Sr. No. | Course Title | Hospital Exp. (hrs) | Community Exp. (hrs) | Total Experience (hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Midwifery | 240 | 240 | 480 |
| II | Child Health | 80 | 160 | 240 |
| III | Community Health Center Management | - | 160 | 160 |
| Total Internship Hours: 880 | ||||
| Grand Total Course Hours: 3480 | ||||
Detailed Subject Breakdown
Explore the learning objectives and content for each core subject in the ANM curriculum.
1. Community Health Nursing
Introduces the concepts of community health, primary healthcare, and the role of health teams. Students learn to conduct home visits, assess community health needs, and communicate effectively.
2. Health Promotion
Focuses on nutrition, hygiene, and mental health. This includes planning balanced diets, understanding the human body, promoting environmental sanitation, and identifying mental health needs.
3. Primary Health Care Nursing
Covers the prevention and restoration of health. Key topics include infection control, immunization, management of common communicable diseases, and first aid for emergencies.
4. Child Health Nursing
Focuses on the assessment of growth and development in children, their nutritional needs, care during common illnesses, school health programs, and the rights of children.
5. Midwifery
Covers the human reproductive system, normal pregnancy, labor, and postnatal care. Students learn to conduct normal deliveries and identify high-risk pregnancies.
6. Health Center Management
Prepares students to organize and manage a sub-center, maintain stock and supplies, implement national health programs, and coordinate with other health team members.
Clinical Experience
Practical experience is a cornerstone of the ANM program, ensuring students are competent and confident in real-world healthcare settings.
Community Health Nursing & Promotion
| Expected Competency | Hospital Experience | Community Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Community assessment and home visiting. | Health assessment of persons. | Village mapping, assessing health concepts of families. |
| Perform nutritional assessment. | Assess patients with malnutrition. | Group work on nutrition exhibition and demonstrations. |
| Assess environmental sanitation. | - | Assess community sanitation, disinfect well, prepare reports. |
Child Health Nursing
| Expected Competency | Hospital Experience | Community Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assess growth and development. | Assess 10 children of different ages. | Conduct school health clinic, assess growth, refer. |
| Care of the sick child. | Give care as per IMNCI protocol. | Give care for diarrhoea and ARI at home. |
| Counsel mothers about feeding. | Counsel mothers on breastfeeding. | Demonstrate complementary food preparation. |
Midwifery
| Expected Competency | Hospital Experience | Community Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment of pregnant women. | Examine 20 antenatal women. | Conduct antenatal examinations at home. |
| Conducting normal delivery. | Conduct 10 safe deliveries, plot partographs. | Conduct deliveries in health centers/home. |
| Counsel couples on contraception. | Prepare acceptors for sterilization, insert IUCDs. | Distribute oral pills and condoms. |
Scheme of Examination
The examination process includes both internal and external assessments to ensure a thorough evaluation of the student's capabilities.
First Year Examination
| Paper | Course | Ext. Marks | Int. Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theory Paper-I | Community Health Nursing | 75 | 25 |
| Theory Paper-II | Health Promotion | 75 | 25 |
| Theory Paper-III | Primary Health Care Nursing | 75 | 25 |
| Theory Paper-IV | Child Health Nursing | 75 | 25 |
| Practical I | Community Health & Health Promotion | 100 | 100 |
| Practical II | Child Health Nursing | 100 | 100 |
Second Year Examination
| Paper | Course | Ext. Marks | Int. Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theory Paper V | Midwifery | 75 | 25 |
| Theory Paper VI | Health Centre Management | 75 | 25 |
| Practical III | Midwifery | 100 | 100 |
| Practical IV | Primary Health Care & Center Management | 100 | 100 |
Key Guidelines & Rules
- Passing Marks: A candidate must secure 50% in aggregate for each subject, passing in theory and practical exams separately.
- Attendance: A minimum of 80% attendance in theory and practicals is required to be eligible for examinations. 100% attendance in practical areas is required for the award of the diploma.
- Attempts: A maximum of 3 attempts, including the first, are permitted for each paper.
- Promotion: A candidate failing in more than one subject will not be promoted to the next year.
- Internship: The principal must certify the successful completion of the internship program and 100% of clinical requirements before the award of the diploma.
Begin Your Journey as a Healthcare Professional
The ANM course is the first step towards a vital role in community healthcare. If you are passionate about helping others, we encourage you to apply.