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Advanced Diploma in Paediatric Nursing

MAHSA University

Program overview

The Advanced Diploma in Paediatric Nursing program at MAHSA University Malaysia is a one-year post-basic nursing program for students who have completed a Diploma in Nursing with relevant work experience and a specific interest in caring for infants and children. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills to attend to the nursing needs of infants, children, and their families. Topics covered include physiology, pathophysiology, nutrition for infants and children, practical application of theoretical knowledge, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the impact of illness and hospitalization on children. Graduates will be able to deliver primary nursing care, rehabilitative and palliative care, and need-specific health care to children of all ages. They will be prepared for employment in specialist pediatric hospitals and medical centers.

Entry Requirements

STPM

  • Possess Diploma in Nursing from a recognised institution by MNB.
  • All candidates Must be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner within ONE MONTH from commencement of the nursing programme

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Clinical Nurse

Clinical Instructor

Nursing Manager & Administrator

Nurse Educator

Curriculum

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Semester 1

  • Principles and practices of Paediatric Nursing
  • Paediatric 1: Neonatal nursing and advanced paediatric care
  • Paediatric 2: Neonatal nursing and advanced Peadiatric care
  • Pharmacology
  • Research (evidence based practice)
  • Clinical Practice 1

Semester 2

  • Child Psychology
  • Paediatric 3: Neonatal nursing and advanced peadiatric care
  • Paediatric 4: Intensive paediatric nursing
  • Microbiology & Parasitology
  • Clinical Practice 2

Semester 3

  • Pengajian Malaysia 2 (local student)
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi Antarabangsa 1 (International student)
  • Pengajian Malaysia 2 (local student)
  • Creative and Critical Thinking (Local & International student)
  • Time Management
  • Co-curriculum Project (local and international student)

Entry requirements

Diploma: high-school certificate or equivalent with suitable grades.

Typically IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

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