Overview
PCL Nursing at Birat Health College
The PCL Nursing program at Birat Health College in Biratnagar-4, Morang, is a three-year nursing program under the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT). The official title is Proficiency Certificate Level in Nursing (PCL Nursing), and the curriculum follows a yearly system.
It prepares students for Staff Nurse-level nursing practice through classroom study, clinical training, and community-based learning. The three years progress from fundamental nursing and community health to medical-surgical, geriatric and mental health nursing, followed by midwifery, child health, gynecology, leadership, and management.
Quick Highlights
| Field | Details |
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| Course: | Proficiency Certificate Level in Nursing (PCL Nursing) |
| College: | Birat Health College |
| Academic Body: | CTEVT |
| Duration: | 3 academic years |
| System: | Yearly |
| Curriculum: | First revision, 2018 |
| Professional Focus: | Staff Nurse-level nursing practice |
| Learning Format: | Theory, clinical and community practice |
Eligibility and Admission
Eligibility: Applicants may enter through either of the following academic routes:
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SLC in Second Division with at least 45% and English, Science, and Mathematics; or SEE with a minimum GPA of 2.0 and Grade C in Compulsory Mathematics, English, and Science.
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SLC plus TSLC in Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) with a minimum of 68.33%.
Applicants must pass the entrance examination administered by CTEVT. Candidates who meet the entry criteria are selected for admission on a merit basis.
The curriculum also requires at least 90% attendance in each subject to appear in the respective final examination.
Three-Year Curriculum
First Year
First-year study concentrates on basic nursing care in hospital and community settings. Subjects include:
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Fundamental of Nursing
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Community Health Nursing I
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Anatomy and Physiology
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Basic Science Applied to Nursing
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English
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Nepali
Basic Science Applied to Nursing includes Pharmacology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology. Fundamental of Nursing and Community Health Nursing I both include substantial practical components.
The first-year academic plan includes 24 weeks of clinical and field activity, covering Fundamental of Nursing and Community Health Nursing practice.
Second Year
The second year moves into adult, elderly, mental health, and community nursing:
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Medical and Surgical Nursing I
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Medical and Surgical Nursing II
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Geriatric Nursing
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Behavioural Science and Mental Health Nursing
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Community Health Nursing II
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Social Science
Clinical and field placements form a major part of this year, with practical work in medical-surgical nursing, geriatric nursing, mental health nursing, and community health nursing.
Third Year
Third-year study centers on maternal and child health together with nursing leadership:
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Midwifery Nursing I
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Midwifery Nursing II
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Midwifery Nursing III
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Gynecology Nursing
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Child Health Nursing
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Leadership and Management
Each major third-year nursing subject includes both theory and practical study. The curriculum assigns 550 theory hours and 1,022 practical hours to the third year.
Clinical and community practice includes midwifery, child health, gynecology, and leadership and management activities.
Learning at Birat Health College
PCL Nursing combines classroom instruction with nursing practice. Birat Health College has laboratory facilities, library resources, internet access, tutorial classes, and transportation used for clinical postings, community health programs, and field practice.
The course itself places strong emphasis on clinical application. Across three years, students work with fundamental nursing care, community health, medical and surgical nursing, geriatric care, mental health nursing, maternity care, child health, and nursing management.
Professional Preparation and Further Study
The curriculum is structured around the job-performance requirements of a Staff Nurse within different levels of Nepal's health care system. Its objectives include nursing care for individuals, families, and communities, use of the nursing process, communication, preventive and therapeutic care, leadership, supervision, and community health work.
After completing the course, graduates must meet the professional licensing requirements of the Nepal Nursing Council before entering professional nursing practice.
The CTEVT curriculum also provides a pathway for graduates to pursue Bachelor of Nursing or an equivalent course according to the applicable university rules.
FAQ
How long is PCL Nursing at Birat Health College?
The program takes three academic years and follows the yearly system.
Is an entrance examination required for PCL Nursing?
Yes. Applicants must pass the entrance examination administered by CTEVT, and eligible candidates are selected on merit.
What is the SEE eligibility for PCL Nursing?
SEE applicants need a minimum GPA of 2.0 with Grade C in Compulsory Mathematics, English, and Science.
Does PCL Nursing include clinical practice?
Yes. Clinical and community practice is integrated throughout all three academic years.
What subjects are covered in the third year?
Third-year subjects are Midwifery Nursing I, II and III, Gynecology Nursing, Child Health Nursing, and Leadership and Management.
Can PCL Nursing graduates continue to bachelor-level nursing study?
Yes. The curriculum provides for progression to Bachelor of Nursing or an equivalent course according to university rules.
