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The National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) in Islamabad invites applications for admission to the 5th batch of its Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care (PG-CPC), a specialized 28-week medical education program designed to provide holistic support to individuals living with serious, life-threatening conditions. Palliative care is a compassionate medical approach focused on alleviating suffering through comprehensive management of physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs alongside curative treatment of pain and other distressing symptoms. This certificate course, delivered through hybrid learning combining online modules with in-person clinical practice, is aimed at healthcare professionals seeking to enhance expertise in end-of-life care and symptom management. The program duration spans 28 weeks with 24 weeks of modules and clinical training, accommodating working professionals through flexible online delivery and weekend clinical sessions. Participants will develop knowledge and practical skills across palliative care medicine, nursing, physiotherapy and allied health sciences, preparing them to address the complex challenges faced by patients with serious illness and their families.
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NUMS seeks to enroll mid-career healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, allied health workers) in a 28-week hybrid palliative care certificate course. Scale is modest—a specialized academic intake rather than infrastructure procurement. The program targets working professionals via flexible online-plus-weekend delivery. Notable: tight three-week enrollment window (18 August to 22 September 2026) and differentiated fee structures for consultants versus regular medical staff. This appears recurring (5th batch indicates established annual cycle). Demand likely strong given rising focus on end-of-life care in Pakistan's health system.
Who can bid: Eligibility includes MBBS graduates, registered nurses, interns, residents, primary health physicians, oncologists, and allied health professionals. Candidates must register through the institution's portal to obtain the 25% course fee discount. PEC registration or NTN may be typically required for professionals, though the notice does not explicitly state mandatory credentials. Prior clinical experience is strongly recommended.