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Post-Basic Specialties

Post-Basic Diploma in Critical Care Nursing

One-year specialty diploma preparing RNs for ICU/CCU, emergency and high-dependency care roles.

An intensive PNC-recognised post-basic diploma covering advanced cardiac life support, mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, sepsis management and crisis decision-making.

Eligibility

  • 3-year Nursing Diploma or BSN
  • Valid PNC registration
  • Min 1 year of clinical experience

Learning outcomes

  • Eligible for ICU/CCU/ER charge nurse posts
  • Stepping stone to Critical Care MSN tracks

Admissions Open

Your nursing career starts here.

Applications are now open for Spring 2026 — BSN, Post-RN BSN, MSN and specialty diplomas. Join a community of nurses serving across Pakistan and beyond.