As opposed to GNM, the Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery (ANM) is a one-year diploma course which focuses on the study of the basic care of patients.

ANM course prepares candidates on how to operate and take care of medical equipment, setting up operation theatres, assisting doctors and nurses, providing medication timely to patients and maintaining records.

Pursuing the ANM course is ideal for individuals who want to work in the healthcare industry, help the needy and contribute to society but have been unable to do so owing to their scholastic background.

ANM course presents a perfect opportunity for women who want to become financially independent and pursue a career upon completing class 10th.

The ANM programme prepares students to serve as basic health care providers who assist in the treatment of children, women, and the elderly. Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery (ANM) course serve as an entry point for anyone interested in pursuing a career as a nurse in the healthcare sector of India.

The ANM programme is essentially a diploma programme that permits individuals from non-science backgrounds to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner.

The Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery or GNM is a one-year-long diploma program.

• The minimum qualification required to pursue Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery is passing class 10th board examination from a recognized body of education.
• Candidates who have passed 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board of education with at least 40-50% are also eligible.
• The minimum age requirement is 17 years and the maximum age limit is 35 years.
• Only female candidates can apply for this course.

ANM candidates can apply for entry-level jobs that entail assisting doctors and nursing in diverse settings such as government and private hospitals, vaccination centres, schools, clinics, laboratories, nursing homes, old age homes, community health centres, dispensaries in India.

ANM students can further advance their careers by pursuing higher education or GNM.