VIDYASHREE AYURVEDIC PARAMEDICAL COLLEGE

The General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) in Ayurveda program combines general nursing education with Ayurvedic principles, focusing on holistic care and traditional Indian medicine. The course typically lasts three years, with an additional six-month internship, and covers a range of topics from modern nursing to Ayurvedic healthcare practices.

Here's a detailed breakdown of the GNM Ayurveda course:

1. Course Overview

• Duration: 3 years (with an additional 6 months for a compulsory internship)
• Eligibility:
  • Minimum education: 10+2 (High School) with science (preferably biology).
  • Age: 17 to 35 years at the time of admission.
  • Candidates may need to pass entrance exams as per the institution's requirements.
• Focus: Training students in nursing practices and midwifery, integrating both allopathic and Ayurvedic principles of healthcare

2. Core Curriculum

The curriculum is a blend of nursing, midwifery, and Ayurvedic education, typically covering these areas:

• Year 1: Basics of Nursing and Ayurveda

  • Fundamentals of Nursing
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Ayurvedic Principles and Philosophy
  • Nutrition and Dietetics (with emphasis on Ayurvedic dietary principles)
  • Community Health Nursing

• Year 2: Specialized Nursing and Ayurveda Practices

  • Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Pharmacology (including Ayurvedic medicines)
  • Pathology and Genetics
  • Ayurvedic Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Psychology and Mental Health

• Year 3: Advanced Clinical Practices

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Community Health Nursing (Advanced)
  • Ayurvedic Midwifery and Obstetric Care
  • Ayurvedic Lifestyle and Preventive Healthcare
  • Management and Ethical Practices in Nursing

• 6-Month Internship: Practical experience in hospitals and Ayurvedic care centers, focusing on patient care, midwifery, and clinical applications of Ayurvedic principles.

  
  

3. Skills Developed

• Clinical Skills: Providing holistic nursing care, patient assessment, and administering treatments in both conventional and Ayurvedic methods.
• Midwifery Skills: Handling prenatal, childbirth, and postnatal care with a blend of Ayurveda and modern techniques.
• Patient Counseling: Advising patients on Ayurvedic lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments, and preventive measures.
• Ayurvedic Treatments: Application of Ayurvedic medicines, therapies, and lifestyle practices to support patient health.

4. Career Opportunities

• Hospitals: Ayurvedic hospitals, nursing homes, community health centers, and general hospitals.
• Ayurvedic Health Centers: Work as a nurse or midwife specializing in Ayurvedic practices.
• Primary Health Clinics: Providing patient care and midwifery services in rural and urban settings.
• Wellness Centers: Involvement in patient care and health education, promoting wellness through Ayurvedic practices.
• Higher Education: Opportunities to pursue B.Sc Nursing, BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery), or other specialized courses in Ayurveda.

5. Key Benefits of GNM in Ayurveda

• Holistic Approach: Combines modern and traditional healthcare, providing a comprehensive approach to nursing.
• Cultural Relevance: Aligns with India’s traditional healthcare system, making it highly relevant in Indian contexts.
• Growing Demand: With increasing interest in Ayurveda, there’s a rising demand for skilled professionals trained in both Ayurveda and nursing.

This program offers a unique career path, blending the science of nursing with the art of Ayurveda, providing a balanced healthcare approach that is both modern and rooted in ancient wisdom.