General Nursing & Midwifery
A three-year diploma equipping students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to deliver compassionate, high-quality nursing care.
A three-year pathway into professional nursing
The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course is a three-year diploma program designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to provide high-quality nursing care. The program focuses on nursing education, community health, midwifery and clinical practices — preparing students to work effectively in hospitals, clinics and healthcare institutions.
The course is structured to ensure students develop expertise in patient care, maternity nursing, pediatric care and medical-surgical nursing. It also emphasises the importance of preventive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare services.
Upon successful completion, graduates can register as General Nurses and Midwives (GNM) with the respective State Nursing Council and pursue a career across diverse healthcare settings.
Compassionate professionals shaped by practice
The Department of General Nursing and Midwifery at Sree Mookambika College of Nursing is dedicated to developing competent and compassionate nursing professionals — with a strong focus on practical learning so students are well-prepared to handle real-life medical emergencies.
Highly experienced faculty with expertise across nursing specialisations.
Well-equipped labs with modern simulators and medical equipment.
State-of-the-art hospital facilities for hands-on clinical training.
Community health programs and field visits for real-world exposure.
Regular skill-enhancement sessions on the latest in nursing and healthcare.
Practical learning to handle emergencies and deliver holistic patient care.
Year-wise structure aligned with INC guidelines
The GNM curriculum is designed as per the Indian Nursing Council (INC) guidelines and covers a wide range of subjects to provide comprehensive nursing education.
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Microbiology
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- First Aid & Emergency Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Sociology & Psychology
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Pharmacology
- Pediatric Nursing
- Pathology & Genetics
- Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing
- Communication & Educational Technology
- Midwifery & Obstetric Nursing
- Community Health Nursing – II
- Nursing Research & Statistics
- Management of Nursing Services & Education
- Internship (Clinical Training)
Hands-on rotations across every care setting
Clinical training is a key component of the program, providing hands-on experience across the full spectrum of care. Students rotate through varied departments and gain exposure to government health programmes, maternal and child healthcare services, and disaster nursing.
Six reasons it's a career worth pursuing
Healthcare is expanding rapidly — qualified nurses are sought worldwide.
A recession-proof profession with steady growth and employment.
Opportunities in India and abroad across hospitals, clinics and homes.
Pursue B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. or specialised nursing programs.
A noble, rewarding profession that makes a real difference in lives.
Government, private, military, corporate hospitals and NGOs.
The heart of the GNM journey
Midwifery forms a defining pillar of the GNM curriculum. Students train in maternal and child healthcare — from antenatal monitoring through safe delivery and postnatal care — under the supervision of experienced obstetric nurses.
Postings in maternity wards, labour rooms and community programmes build confidence in caring for mothers and newborns across both urban and rural settings.
Where a GNM diploma can take you
Hospitals, clinics and nursing homes.
Maternal and child healthcare services.
Rural and urban health centres.
Teach nursing students in colleges and hospitals.
Personalised nursing care at home.
Critical care units and emergency wards.
Manage nursing teams in healthcare facilities.
USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Gulf — NCLEX, IELTS, OET pathways.
With experience and higher education, nurses can advance to specialised fields such as anaesthetic nursing, oncology nursing and pediatric nursing, or step into hospital administration roles.
Begin your nursing journey at SMCN
A profession that combines stable career growth with the privilege of serving humanity.