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Diploma in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Course Fee

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Awarding Body
Villa College
Intake
January / May / September
Duration
3 Years
MNQF
Level 5
Code
Diploma in Nursing

Programme Details

Introduction

Diploma in Nursing program aims to develop knowledgeable practitioners in general nursing who are equipped with practical skills to work in various settings in Maldivian health sector. The program enables candidates to work with clients and professional partners in effectively delivering health-care services according to the code of ethics. The program aligns with the National Competency Standards for Professional Nurses and Midwives to ensure safe practice and quality patient-centered care. Upon successful completion of the program, the candidates will meet the licensing requirements of the Maldives Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nurse.

  • 3 GCE O’ Level pass (minimum C grade) or equivalent in the following subjects:
    Mathematics, Biology /Human Biology, Physics / Chemistry AND

  • Pass in 2 subjects of Higher Secondary Education AND

  • Certified competency in English OR

  • Completion of MNQF level 4 Foundation Course (Approved by the MNMC) that includes Mathematics, Mathematics, Biology /Human Biology, Physics / Chemistry AND

  • Certified competency in English OR

  • Pass in Shahadha Saanavi Mathematics, Biology / Human Biology, Physics/Chemistry AND

  • Certified competency in English OR

  • Successful completion of Certificate 4 in Nursing AND

  • Certified competency in English Note: “Certified competency in English” is defined as minimum “C” grade in GCE O’ level English OR

  • Equivalent (approved by MNMC or MQA )

Year 1

  • Anatomy and Physiology

  • Fundamentals of Nursing 1: Theory

  • Fundamentals of Nursing 1: Practice

  • Pharmacology 1

  • Community Nursing, Psychology and Sociology

  • Maternal and Child health, and Pediatric Nursing

  • Medical Surgical Nursing 1: Theory

  • Medical Surgical Nursing 1: Practice

Year 2

  • Professional Communication Skills for Nurses

  • Anatomy and Physiology 2

  • Fundamentals of Nursing 2: Theory

  • Fundamentals of Nursing 2: Practice

  • Microbiology for Nurses

  • Pharmacology 2

  • Medical Surgical Nurses 2: Theory

  • Reproductive Health Nursing: Theory

  • Pediatric Nursing: Theory

  • Medical Surgical Nurses 2: Practice

  • Pediatric Nursing: Practice

Year 3

  • Medical Surgical Nurses 3: Theory

  • Introduction to Nursing Research and Evidence based Practice: Theory

  • Introduction to Nursing Education and Health Promotion

  • Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing: Theory and Practice

  • Community Health Nursing: Theory and Practice

  • Medical Surgical Nurses 3: Practice (Externship)

  • Nursing Leadership and Management: Theory

  • Nursing Leadership and Management Practice

Monthly Fee:
- 1st Year 2,999 per month
- 2nd Year 3,750 per month
- 3rd Year 3,750 per month

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