2 Years Diploma
Auxiliary Nursing & Midwifery
Admissions to the program are conducted by the Director of Technical Education Goa based on the qualifying 10+2 Examination results
About the Program
The Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery (ANM) course is a two-year diploma program designed to train students in the fundamentals of nursing, midwifery, and community healthcare services. It emphasizes the development of essential skills required to assist in maternal and child health, basic patient care, and public health initiatives, especially in rural and underserved areas. Combining classroom instruction with hands-on clinical experience, the ANM program prepares compassionate and competent professionals ready to support primary healthcare systems and contribute to the well-being of communities.
Program details
Program Structure
First Year
1. Community Health Nursing
2. Health Promotion
Nutrition
Human Body and Hygiene
Environmental Sanitation
Mental Health
3. Primary Health Care Nursing-I
Infection and Immunization
Communicable Diseases
Community Health Problems
Primary Medical Care
First Aid and Referral
4. Child Health Nursing
Second Year
1. Midwifery
2. Health Center Management
Integrated Supervised Internship
(While not subject-based, this includes practical exposure as part of the program.)
Midwifery: 240 hours
Child Health Nursing: 80 hours
Community Health and Health Center Management: 160 hours
Eligibility & requirements
Age Requirement:
- Candidates must be at least 17 years old and not more than 35 years of age as of 31st December of the year of admission.
Educational Qualification:
- Applicants must have passed 10+2 with English as the medium of instruction from a recognized board (CBSE/ICSE/HSSCE or equivalent) in Science, Arts, Commerce, or Health Care Science streams, securing a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.
- Candidates from State Open Schools or the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) with English and Science subjects are also eligible.
Gender and Language Preference:
- Both female and male candidates are eligible for admission.
- Knowledge of Konkani or Marathi is desirable but not mandatory.
Reservation Policy:
- Disability Reservation: 3% reservation is available for candidates with locomotor disabilities ranging from 40% to 50% in the lower extremities. A committee consisting of a medical officer and a nursing expert will evaluate the eligibility of such candidates.
- SC/ST Candidates: A relaxation of 5% in the total marks is provided.
- Additional reservations apply as per the guidelines of the State Government.
Medical Fitness:
- All applicants must meet the medical fitness standards set for the program.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit self-attested photocopies of the following documents along with their application:
Birth Certificate issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths.
12th Standard Marksheet and Passing Certificate from a recognized board.
School Leaving Certificate along with a certificate indicating the medium of instruction.
Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner.
Residence Certificate from the Mamlatdar of the concerned Taluka, confirming a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Goa prior to the application deadline.
Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC applicants) issued by the Deputy Collector of the concerned jurisdiction.
Income and Assets Certificate for candidates applying under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category, issued by the Mamlatdar of the respective Taluka.
Disability Certificate for candidates with physical disabilities, issued by the Medical Board at GMC Hospital Bambolim, Hospicio Hospital Margao, or North Goa District (Asilo) Hospital Mapusa. The certificate should clearly mention the nature and extent of disability (minimum 40%) and the candidate’s fitness to pursue the diploma program.
Intake & Seat Allocation
The total number of seats available for the R-ANM program is 40, with an additional 4 seats reserved under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota (10% of 40), bringing the total to 44 seats. A portion of these seats is reserved as per the following categories:
Sr. No.
Category
Percentage Due
Actual Seats Alloted
A
General
53%
20
B
Seat reserved for scheduled caste of Goa
2%
1
C
Seat reserved for scheduled tribe of Goa
12%
5
D
Seat reserved for OBC’s of Goa
27%
11
E
Seat reserved for Ex-servicemen
01%
1
F
Seat reserved for physically handicapped
05%
2
G
Seat reserved for E.W.S.
10% of 40
4
Learning Outcome & Career Opportunities
Graduates of the ANM program will:
Understand the basic principles of nursing care, midwifery, and first aid.
Learn to assist in childbirth and support maternal and child health initiatives.
Deliver community-based healthcare services, focusing on preventive and promotive health.
Develop practical skills in infection control, nutrition, immunization, and family planning.
Establish effective communication with patients and community members, especially in rural and underserved areas.
Promote hygiene, sanitation, and awareness about communicable diseases.
Work under the supervision of registered nurses and healthcare professionals to provide supportive care.
Career Opportunities
ANM diploma holders play a crucial role in grassroots healthcare delivery, with opportunities including:
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife in government or private health centers.
Community Health Worker involved in rural and urban public health services.
Home Nurse assisting elderly or chronically ill patients at home.
Maternity Assistant in hospitals or maternal health programs.
Health Visitor promoting awareness on nutrition, sanitation, and immunization.
NGO or Government Program Facilitator in health outreach or welfare schemes.
Primary Healthcare Assistant supporting vaccination drives and health surveys.
