Nursing Department
Welcome to the Nursing Department at Vyar Institute
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Department of Nursing is one of the medical department at Vyar institte . It was established in 2004 then the Faculty has started with preparing and graduating Nursing Students to provide patient care in different health care settings in the Kurdistan region, including hospitals and primary health care centers. Students in the institute have acquired a range of theoretical information about modern nursing science. Moreover, Practical lessons are tough in clinical settings, in addition to college laboratory teaching methods. They will graduate with a Deploma degree in Nursing Science. There are several branches in the Faculty including, Fundamentals of Nursing, Adult Care Nursing, Pediatric Care Nursing, Maternity and Neonate Nursing, Community Health Nursing, and Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing.
The continued development of nursing as a profession is an extremely demanding skill. This program offers qualified nurses the opportunity to acquire greater understanding, knowledge, and skills to deliver, develop and critically analyze healthcare practice in the region. The program can be taken by experienced and newly qualified registered nurses in all branches.
Compassion: Providing care with empathy, kindness, and respect for human dignity.
Integrity: Upholding ethical and professional standards in every aspect of nursing.
Excellence: Pursuing the highest standards of academic and clinical performance.
Collaboration: Working effectively within healthcare teams for holistic patient care.
Lifelong Learning: Encouraging continuous professional development and adaptability in a changing healthcare world.
Clinical experience is the cornerstone of the Nursing Diploma Program.
In the final semester, students complete supervised internships in hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.
Objectives of Clinical Training:
Apply classroom knowledge in real patient-care settings
Develop confidence in performing clinical procedures
Strengthen teamwork and problem-solving skills
Learn to handle emergencies with professionalism and empathy
Clinical rotations include:
Medical and Surgical Wards
Pediatric Units
Maternity and Obstetrics Departments
Psychiatric and Mental Health Centers
Community Health Programs
Graduates of the Nursing Department at Vyar Institute are highly sought after and can work in various healthcare environments, including:
Hospital and Clinical Nursing
Community and Public Health Centers
Maternity and Pediatric Units
Emergency and Critical Care Departments
School and Occupational Health Services
International NGOs and Humanitarian Organizations
Nursing Education and Training Centers
Vision
The Department of Nursing at the Vyar institute aspires to become one of the leading nursing education programs locally and regionally. Through its innovative evidence-based practice, rich curriculum, student-centered learning environment, and research that reflect a commitment to excellence, the Department of Nursing aims to set the standard for nursing education in the Kurdish region.
Mission
The mission of the Faculty of Nursing at the Vyar Institute is to prepare highly qualified nurses who can address the comprehensive health needs of individuals, families, and the community. Its challenging curriculum emphasizes mastery of cutting-edge medical knowledge with an emphasis on patient-care practices. The stimulating learning environment of the Institure of Nursing develops critical thinking and emphasizes the highest ethical and moral standards of care. Nowadays, the main requirement for health care facilities is a nursing profession in the world. These goals combine to develop individuals into highly qualified and well-respected members of the nursing profession to develop the profession in Kurdistan.
Curriculum Structure
The Nursing Program is divided into four semesters, each combining scientific study, laboratory practice, and clinical training. The curriculum focuses on patient care, ethics, and modern healthcare systems.
Fundamentals of Nursing
Anatomy and Physiology I
Microbiology for Nurses
Communication & Professional Ethics
Basic First Aid and Emergency Care
Anatomy and Physiology II
Pharmacology for Nurses
Nutrition and Health Promotion
Nursing Process and Documentation
Psychology and Human Behavior
Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Maternal and Child Health Nursing
Pathophysiology
Community Health Nursing
Health Assessment and Diagnostics
Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
Nursing Leadership and Management
Research Methods in Nursing
Internship / Clinical Placement
Short-Term Extension Courses
Duration: 3 months
Content:
Advanced life support techniques
Emergency room procedures
Trauma care management
Simulation-based training
Duration: 3 months
Content:
Prenatal and postnatal care
Pediatric nursing practices
Family health promotion
Immunization programs
Duration: 3 months
Content:
Public health education
Disease prevention strategies
Home-based care and outreach
Health policy awareness
Duration: 3 months
Content:
Fundamentals of mental health nursing
Counseling and communication skills
Crisis intervention
Ethical issues in psychiatric care
