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General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

Bharathi College of Nursing conducts General Nursing and Midwifery Course, of three years duration.

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Educational Objectives

At the end of three years of study, the student is expected to :

  • Have the aptitude, knowledge and skill necessary for assessing nursing needs of the individuals throughout the life-cycle, families and communities.
  • Apply relevant knowledge from biological and behavioural sciences in planning and carrying out safe nursing care activities.
  • Co-operate with other members of the health team in the hospital or in the community in prevention of disease, promotion of health, restoration of health and rehabilitation.
  • Impart health knowledge to individuals and groups through health education.
  • Demonstrate skill in the use of problem solving methods in nursing practice.
  • Demonstrate ability to supervise and guide auxiliary personnel who are part of the nursing team.
  • Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to professional behaviour.
  • Carry out the above in the true spirit of service to fellowmen and be committed to the welfare of our country.

Course Structure

  • 1st Year
    Subjects No. Of Hrs Theory No. of Hrs Practical
    Anatomy & Physiology 90
    Microbiology 30
    Psychology 40
    Sociology 20
    Fundamentals of Nursing 190 200 lab / 680 clinicals
    First Aid 20
    Community Health Nursing I 80 320
    Environmental Hygiene 30
    Health Education & Communication Skills 40
    Nutrition 30
    English 30
    Computer Education 15 15
    Co-curricular activity 10
    Total 625 1215
    Grand Total 1840
  • 2nd Year
    Subjects No. Of Hrs Theory No. of Hrs Practical
    Medical Surgical Nursing I 120 800
    Medical Surgical Nursing II 120
    Mental Health Nursing 70 320
    Child Health Nursing 70 320
    Co-curricular activities 20
    Total 400 1440
    Grand Total 1840
  • 3rd Year ( Part - 1)
    Subjects No. Of Hrs Theory No. of Hrs Practical
    Midwifery & Gynaecology 140 560
    Community Health Nursing II 90 160
    Co-curricular activities 10  
    Total 240 720
    Grand Total 960
  • 3rd Year ( Part - 2)
    Subjects No. Of Hrs Theory
    Nursing Education 20
    Introduction to research & statistics 30
    Professional trends & adjustment 30
    Nursing administration & ward management 40
    Total 120