Higher National Diploma in Nursing

The Higher Diploma is a comprehensive programme that prepares you for a global career in nursing. You will get unparalleled, first-hand experience via the practicals at Durdans Hospital, a leading tertiary care hospital in Sri Lanka. You will also have the option of sitting for the government NVQ6 Exam. Beyond the essential nursing skills, you’ll build your problem- solving skills and critical decision making, gaining confidence to work in a high-pressure real-world environment.

Entry Requirement

A minimum of 3 passes in the GCE Advanced Level Examination

Modules

• Fundamental of Nursing
• Ward Management
• Information Technology
• First Aids
• Pediatrics
• Gynecology and Obstetrics Nursing
• Medical & Surgical Nursing
• Geriatric Care
• Pharmacology II
• Research in Nursing
• Microbiology
• Community Health
• Psychology
• Nutrition
• Pathology
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Professional Adjustment
• General Science
• Pharmacology Part I
• Advancing Career Skills
• History & Trends in Nursing
• Palliative Care

Intakes: June & January