Program Overview

Program Title

Nursing

Program Rationale

Nurses play a critical role in healthcare systems, serving as primary care providers and forming the backbone of hospitals and health centers. The Nursing Diploma Program is designed to address the increasing demand for competent and compassionate nurses capable of meeting the health needs of individuals, families, and communities, particularly in areas facing a critical shortage of qualified health professionals. As the first point of health support, nurses are essential to strengthening healthcare systems. This program prepares graduates with the necessary knowledge, practical skills, and professional values to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care across diverse healthcare settings.

Program Level

Diploma

Duration

2 Year

Mode of Delivery

The program is delivered through a combination of classroom lectures, laboratory skills sessions, and supervised clinical practice, integrating theory with hands-on experience to ensure competence in professional nursing practice.

Target Audience

High School Graduates: Women who have completed secondary education.

Language of Instruction

English

Program Goals and Objectives

Overall Goal of the Program

The program aims to prepare competent nurses with the knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes necessary to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care to individuals, families, and communities. It also seeks to meet the growing demands of the healthcare sector, strengthen the health workforce, and improve health outcomes and quality of life in Somalia, while adhering to ethical, legal, and evidence-based nursing practices.

Specific Objectives of the Program

1.     Equip students with foundational nursing knowledge (biomedical, behavioral, social sciences).

2.     Develop practical nursing skills in patient assessment, care planning, and evaluation.

3.     Foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical decision-making abilities.

4.     Enable students to uphold ethical principles, professional standards, and accountability in all aspects of nursing practice.

5.     Promote health, prevent disease, and provide education to communities.

Admission Requirements:

Women Who Have Completed Secondary Education

Graduate Profile

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

1.     Apply comprehensive understanding of nursing theories, concepts, principles, and critical thinking skills to provide high-quality patient care.

1. Demonstrate proficiency in essential nursing procedures, including patient assessment, medication administration, and emergency interventions.
2. Analyze patient information, prioritize care, and make informed decisions in complex healthcare situations.
3. Demonstrate competence in health assessment, nursing diagnosis, and care planning.
4. Uphold nursing ethics, patient rights, confidentiality, and legal standards in all aspects of practice.
5. Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and healthcare teams in a culturally sensitive manner.
6. Promote health, prevent disease, and provide education to patients and communities.
7. Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and professional conduct in the provision of nursing care.
8. Participate effectively in interprofessional teams, respecting diverse roles, responsibilities, and cultural backgrounds.