Auxiliary Nurse Midwife
A two-year diploma preparing frontline healthcare professionals in primary care, maternal health, child healthcare and community health services.
A fast-track into community healthcare
The Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) is a two-year diploma course that prepares students for a career in primary healthcare, maternal care, child healthcare and community health services. The program trains students in basic nursing skills, midwifery, emergency medical assistance and community healthcare practices.
ANM graduates play a vital role in rural and urban healthcare settings, working in hospitals, clinics, maternity centers and community health programs to provide preventive, promotive and rehabilitative healthcare services.
Upon successful completion, students can register as ANM Nurses with the respective State Nursing Council and work in government and private healthcare sectors.
Training compassionate community healthcare professionals
The Department of Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery at Sree Mookambika College of Nursing is dedicated to training compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals who can serve communities effectively across rural and urban settings.
Expert faculty with deep knowledge in maternal and child healthcare.
Modern laboratories for hands-on practical nursing and midwifery training.
Real-world clinical exposure in hospitals, maternity centers and community programs.
Rural and urban healthcare field visits to understand community health challenges.
Regular sessions to enhance midwifery and nursing skills.
Holistic preparation for primary health centers and maternity clinics.
Year-wise structure aligned with INC guidelines
The ANM curriculum follows the guidelines set by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and focuses on nursing care, maternal health, child health, nutrition and community health services.
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Microbiology
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Community Health Nursing – I
- Nutrition & Hygiene
- First Aid & Emergency Care
- Environmental Health
- Health Promotion & Family Welfare
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Midwifery & Obstetrics Nursing
- Child Health Nursing
- Primary Healthcare & Community Health Nursing – II
- Mental Health Nursing
- Health Education & Communication
- Infection Control & Immunization
- Clinical Training & Practical Exposure
Hands-on experience across every care setting
The course includes extensive practical training across government and private hospitals, maternity centers, community health programs and vaccination initiatives — ensuring students are well-prepared for frontline healthcare roles.
Students gain hands-on experience in newborn care, maternal health services, first aid, emergency care and public health administration under the guidance of experienced clinical mentors.
Six reasons to start your nursing journey here
A short two-year course lets you start working sooner.
The healthcare sector needs more trained professionals in maternal and child health.
Work in hospitals, clinics, PHCs, NGOs and government health programs.
Progress to GNM, B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing.
Focus on community healthcare in underserved areas.
Cost-effective compared to other nursing courses with steady career growth.
The heart of the ANM calling
Midwifery is a cornerstone of the ANM program. Students are trained in prenatal care, safe delivery practices, postnatal monitoring and newborn care — equipping them to serve as trusted birth attendants in communities where skilled care is most needed.
From recognizing high-risk pregnancies to managing normal deliveries and promoting breastfeeding, graduates are prepared to save lives at the very first touch of healthcare.
Where ANM graduates make a difference
Hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and primary health centers.
Rural and urban healthcare projects and outreach programs.
Maternity wards and mother-child healthcare units.
Medical assistance for elderly and bedridden patients at home.
Ambulance services, emergency departments and trauma care.
Awareness programs on nutrition, immunization and maternal health.
Prenatal, childbirth and postnatal care specialization.
NRHM, ICDS, RCH and other national health missions.
Pathways to advance your nursing career
Advance your diploma to broader nursing qualifications.
Degree-level upgrade for diploma-holding nurses.
Full undergraduate nursing degree for expanded scope.
Midwifery & maternal health short-term courses.
Begin Your Journey in Community Healthcare
The ANM program at Sree Mookambika College of Nursing is a career-focused and skill-based nursing course that prepares students for rewarding careers in primary healthcare, maternal health and community nursing.