COURSE TITLE

Bachelor of Science in Public Health Nursing (Post-Basic) - B.Sc. (PHN-Post Basic)

COURSE CODE: UPBPUHNFTU1

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Bachelor of Science Post-Basic Degree in Public Health Nursing is a post-basic course which builds on learning experiences derived from accredited basic nursing and midwifery education courses, as well as post-registration professional experiences.

The course is designed to produce graduates with competencies in the practice of public health nursing and with the ability to develop professionally. The curriculum reflects the multifaceted roles of the public health nurse and the inter-disciplinary approach to pubic health practice.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the course will find employment as Public Health Nurses in the public sector.

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENT

• Candidates applying to the course must be a registered nurse/registered midwife with a current license to practice nursing and midwifery in Jamaica or their home country

• A minimum of two (2) years' relevant post-registration work experience is required

• Candidates may be required to attend a selection interview

• Candidates must meet the Nursing Council of Jamaica requirements for registration.

COURSE STRUCTURE

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