Why Free Online Courses Matter for Healthcare Workers
For most ANMs and GNMs working in primary health centres, sub-centres, and district hospitals across India, accessing quality training has historically required travel to urban centres or training institutes — often at personal expense and with significant time away from work and family.
Free online training changes this equation entirely. With a smartphone and an internet connection, healthcare workers can now access the same quality of clinical education that was previously available only in large cities.
Courses Available for ANM and GNM on Aastrika Sphere
Aastrika Sphere offers a growing catalogue of courses specifically designed for frontline healthcare workers. Topics include:
- Normal labour, delivery, and AMTSL (Active Management of Third Stage of Labour)
- Newborn care and resuscitation
- Antenatal care and pregnancy monitoring
- Obstetric emergencies — PPH, pre-eclampsia, eclampsia
- Breastfeeding counselling and support
- Infection prevention and control
- Family planning counselling
- Maternal nutrition and anaemia management
What You Get After Completing a Course
- INC-certified digital certificate with your name and course details
- CNE points credited towards your registration renewal
- Knowledge and skills you can apply immediately in your practice
- A certificate you can share with employers or include in your professional records
How to Get Started — It Takes 5 Minutes
- Visit sphere.aastrika.org on your phone or computer
- Register with your name, mobile number, and email
- Browse courses and select one that matches your role
- Complete modules at your own pace — save your progress anytime
- Pass the assessment and download your certificate
Available in Hindi and English
All courses on Aastrika Sphere are available in both Hindi and English, making them accessible to healthcare workers across every state in India. The platform is also optimised for low-bandwidth connections, so it works even in areas with limited internet speed.