A.N.M – Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery

Duration

The Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery (A.N.M) course is a 2-year full-time diploma program that includes a combination of theoretical instruction, practical training, and a mandatory internship. This structure ensures that students not only gain knowledge in nursing and midwifery but also develop the hands-on experience necessary to work confidently in real healthcare settings.

Objectives

The A.N.M program is designed with a strong focus on community-oriented healthcare, particularly in maternal and child welfare. The core objectives of this course include:

• Training healthcare professionals to provide essential nursing care and midwifery services with compassion and clinical competence.

• Developing students’ skills in first aid, maternal and child health, immunization, nutrition, and primary care for women and infants.

• Equipping learners to actively participate in national and state-level health programs, especially those targeting rural and underserved populations.

• Encouraging the promotion of preventive and promotive healthcare practices to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates.

This course nurtures both technical proficiency and humanitarian values, preparing students to become efficient frontline healthcare workers.

Eligibility

To enroll in the A.N.M program, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Educational Qualification:
  The applicant should have passed 10+2 (any stream) from a recognized education board (Science stream is preferred but not mandatory).

• Minimum Age Requirement:
  Candidates must be at least 17 years of age at the time of admission.

• Health and Fitness:
  The candidate must be physically and mentally fit, as the profession demands long hours, physical stamina, emotional resilience, and the ability to handle medical emergencies with a calm demeanor.

This course is ideal for individuals who are passionate about nursing, social service, and women’s and children’s health care.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the A.N.M course have multiple career options across the public and private healthcare sectors. The training prepares them to work efficiently in diverse clinical and community health environments. Career avenues include:

• Government Primary Health Centers (PHCs)
  Work as an Auxiliary Nurse Midwife delivering essential maternal and child healthcare services at the grassroots level.

• Community Health Worker
  Act as a liaison between healthcare systems and local communities, promoting health education and implementing health schemes.

• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) & Maternal Care Clinics
  Join NGOs working in rural healthcare, family planning, child nutrition, immunization campaigns, and maternal support programs.

• Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes
  Serve as nursing assistants or maternity care providers, supporting doctors and senior nurses in delivering safe and effective care.