Advanced Diploma in Paediatric Nursing
Overview
MAHSA University’s Advanced Diploma in Paediatric Nursing is a 1 year post-basic nursing programme designed for students who have completed a Diploma in Nursing with some relevant work experience and who have a specific interest in the nursing of infants and children.This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to attend to the nursing needs of infants and children in particular, and of their parents and families as a whole.Students will also learn how to show care and concern for their patients, and to demonstrate the correct attitude towards them. They will explore such subjects as physiology, pathophysiology, nutritional requirements in infants and children, practical application of theoretical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, the impact of illness and hospitalization on children, communication skills and much more.At the end of the programme, students will have acquired the ability to deliver primary nursing care, rehabilitative and palliative care, and need-specific health care to children of all ages. They will be ready for employment in specialist paediatric hospitals and medical centres anywhere.Programme Details
 Programmes |
Advanced Diploma in Paediatric Nursing |
 University |
MAHSA College - Pusat Bandar Damansara (PBD) |
 Level Of Study |
Advanced Diploma Level |
 Duration |
1 Year |
 Type |
Full-time Study |
 Faculty |
Faculty of Medicine, Bioscience and Nursing |
Entry Requirements
For International candidates:Health status:Possess Diploma in Nursing from a recognised institution by MNB.Registered with the Nursing Council of the country of origin.A person with any of the following shall be disqualified from entry into a nursing program:Serious Physical or mental illness, and/orSerious communicable disease.Possess current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) for nurses from MNB.Minimum two (2) years clinical working experience.Candidate Must not have any physical disabilities or impaired senses that hinder nursing dexterity.Pass IELTS with minimum score of 5.5/TOEFL with minimum score of 515/215/80.Advanced Diploma program is permitted for the International candidates and Female nurses only.Not allow to practice in Malaysia.Allow to sit for the examination and registered with MNB.
