DIPLOMA IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY

Key Knowledge and Skills to be Acquired:

Nursing Fundamentals: This includes patient care, medical assistance, and basic healthcare practices.

Anatomy and Physiology: Understanding the structure and function of the human body is crucial for effective care.

Pharmacology: Learning about medications, their effects, and safe administration.

Pathology: Studying diseases and their causes.

Maternal and Newborn Care: This includes prenatal, postnatal, and childbirth care.

Midwifery Skills: This involves assisting with deliveries, managing complications, and providing support to mothers.

Research and Management: Understanding research methodologies and basic management principles within a healthcare setting.

Professional Communication: Developing effective communication skills for interacting with patients and colleagues.

Course description

A Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery covers foundational nursing concepts, midwifery practices, and related sciences. Key topics include anatomy, physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, and fundamental nursing skills. Students also learn about community health, mental health, and research methodologies relevant to nursing. Practical experience in clinical settings is a crucial component.

Anatomy and Physiology

Microbiology and Parasitology

Nutrition

Pharmacology

Pathophysiology

Biostatistics and Epidemiology

Health Assessment

Professionalism in Nursing