It deals with the education of nurses in general health care, nursing, and midwifery.

GNM is a three years diploma course with the eligibility of 10+2 passed. The age limit is minimum 17 years and maximum 30 years. This course is for both male and female students.

Subjects

* Child Health Nursing
* Midwifery
* Health Care Management
* Community Health Nursing
* Health Promotion
* Primary Health Nursing

Job areas
* Rural Health Centres
* Government hospitals
*NGOs
* Old age homes
* Government health scheme
* Community Health Centres
* Government dispensaries
* Nursing Homes
* Private hospitals/clinics

Salary Packages:

In India, the average salary of a fresher nurse is around Rs.2.5 to 3.5 lacs annually. Highly experience nurse can earn between Rs.7.5 to 8.5 lacs annually .