Diploma in Nursing
- Field Of Study:
- Health, Medicine & Welfare
- Level Of Study:
- Diploma
- Course Subject:
- Nursing
- Course Intake:
Programme Description
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What is Nursing?
The nursing profession is all about saving lives, prevent complications and alleviate suffering. It is a noble profession which not only commands respect, but one which also demands a great deal of patience so as to equip the nurse practitioner with the ability to provide comfort and care to their patients. Nurses carry a lot of responsibility and they must be able to carry this lightly on their shoulders. As much as their duties require them to follow precise orders, they must also have the ability to provide precise instructions to others, and to determine when additional assistance is needed.
With our diploma in nursing, we offer the chance to deliver the best in care and help promote healthy living, preparing you for a varied and challenging career that makes a difference to people’s lives.
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What does a Nurse Do?
A nurse normally do:-
- Assists client physically and psychologically
- Identifies client’s problems and communicates these verbally or in writing to the other members of the health team
- Helps clients learn about their health and the health care procedures they need to perform to restore or maintain health
- Manages the nursing care of individuals, families and communities.
Introduction to the course:
The course was designed in view of the need to prepare future nurse with the knowledge and skills to become successful practitioners in their field.
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CORE SUBJECTS |
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Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry
Nursing Sciences 1, 2 & 3
Communication
Medical and Surgical Nursing 1
Sociology
Microbiology
Parasitology
Pharmacology |
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Medical and Surgical Nursing 2 & 3
Psychology
Health and Health Promotion
Nursing Sciences 4 & 5 |
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Paediatrics
Community Nursing
Psychiatry
Critical Care Nursing
Ward Management
Nursing Research
Professional Development |
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MODE OF DELIVERY
A 3-year, full-time Diploma in Nursing programme. The course complies with the Nursing Board Malaysia. The student nurses are educated in a wide range of subjects which are classified in three major strands viz, Nursing Sciences, Health Sciences and Behavioural Sciences.
Learning will be facilitated through lectures, demonstrations, practical sessions, role play, case presentations and group discussions.
ADMISSION / ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should have the following:
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Pass SPM/SPMV and other equivalent qualifications |
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5 credits – Mathematics, Science, and 3 credits for any other subjects |
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Pass – English and Bahasa Malaysia |
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STPM graduates are encouraged to apply |
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Age 18 and above |
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Male and female |
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Good physical condition |
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NURSING CAREER PATHWAY
Graduates from ICAN’s Diploma in Nursing are articulated, certified professionals valued as an integral part of the medical industry. Graduates leave with modern and articulated skills, and will have excellent career prospects locally and abroad. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing Board Malaysia upon passing the board examination.
The possible work environment are:
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Government and private hospitals |
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Private clinics and nursing homes |
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Medical centers & bodies |
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Educational and research institutions |
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Health Care Industry-product specialist. |
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Source : Integrated College of Allied Health and Nursing
