The Proficiency Certificate Level (PCL) in Nursing at Bharatpur Samudayik Hospital, Bharatpur-9, Chitwan, is an 18-month program affiliated with the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT). It prepares mid-level nurses to deliver essential healthcare services in hospitals, health posts, and communities. The course accommodates 40 students, including 4 scholarship seats, and follows a curriculum approved by CTEVT and the Nepal Nursing Council (NNC).
This three-semester course combines academic instruction and hospital-based training. The curriculum emphasizes both nursing theory and practical competencies.
Major subject areas include:
Fundamentals of Nursing
Community Health Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Pediatric Nursing
Maternal and Child Health
First Aid and Emergency Care
Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology
Pharmacology and Nutrition
Health Promotion and Education
Clinical placements and practical demonstrations reinforce the theoretical foundation across each semester.
The program is structured to:
Develop skilled nursing professionals with patient-focused care practices
Build competencies for maternal, pediatric, and general healthcare
Strengthen ethical values and accountability in clinical settings
Support public health programs and institutional healthcare delivery
Graduates can take the Nepal Nursing Council licensing examination and work as staff nurses. They contribute to institutional healthcare and community-level health services, especially in maternal and child care, emergency response, and preventive outreach.
Nursing graduates play active roles in school health units, vaccination campaigns, and general patient care within public and private institutions.
Graduates of this program will be able to:
Conduct patient assessments and administer nursing care
Manage prenatal, postnatal, and pediatric services
Apply preventive healthcare practices in community settings
Document care delivery accurately and collaborate with health teams
Educate patients and families about hygiene and wellness
Practical training is offered in areas such as:
Patient monitoring and recording vital signs
Safe administration of medication
Assisting in deliveries and newborn care
Infection control procedures
Community health surveys and fieldwork documentation
The instructional approach includes lectures, hands-on demonstrations, group discussions, clinical rotations, and project work. Students participate in supervised postings across departments, including medical, surgical, maternity, pediatric, and emergency care.
Evaluation includes internal assessments, clinical performance, and semester exams conducted under CTEVT standards.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Completion of Secondary Education Examination (SEE) or equivalent
Minimum GPA in science subjects as set by CTEVT
Success in the entrance examination administered by CTEVT
Submission of complete academic and identification documents at the time of application
Upon licensing by the Nepal Nursing Council, graduates may pursue roles in:
Hospitals and nursing homes
Community clinics and outreach programs
Maternal and child health services
NGOs focused on healthcare delivery
Health education and counseling units
Graduates may also continue their studies through:
Bachelor of Nursing (BN)
B.Sc. Nursing
Other health science programs
Of the 40 available seats, 4 are reserved for scholarships under the CTEVT policy. Scholarships are awarded based on:
Academic performance
Inclusion categories (e.g., women, disadvantaged groups, remote area students)
Economic need, verified through supporting documentation
The program offers practical training in an active hospital environment under professional supervision. Students build real-world nursing competencies aligned with national healthcare needs. The curriculum combines academic depth with skill-based instruction to prepare graduates for nursing responsibilities in both institutional and public health settings.
PCL Nursing at Bharatpur Samudayik Hospital provides structured education for aspiring nurses. The course equips students with clinical skills, ethical grounding, and the ability to serve in diverse health sectors across Nepal. It offers a meaningful path for those committed to building a nursing career that supports individual care and community health.
