Program Overview
A one to two-year (1-2 years) postgraduate program at FQF Level 8, this diploma equips registered nurses with advanced skills and knowledge in community and public health nursing. It prepares graduates for leadership roles and specialised community care in Fiji and the Pacific region.
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Minimum 4 years of clinical experience
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills
Program Highlights
- Fully online and flexible learning via Moodle
- Designed for full-time working nurses, including those in rural areas
- Emphasis on public health, leadership, disaster response, and evidence-based care
- 6 core courses totaling 120 FQF credit points
Courses Offered
- Health Services Management (PHN817)
- Prevention and Management of Non-Communicable Diseases (PHN818)
- Applied Epidemiology in Community Public Health Nursing (PHN819)
- Maternal Child Health Nursing (PHN820)
- Health Promotion and Disaster Risk Reduction (PHN821)
- Research Methods in Nursing (PHN822)
Graduate Outcomes
Graduates will be capable of:
- Planning and delivering community health interventions
- Managing public health services and risks
- Conducting nursing research and applying findings
- Providing high-quality maternal and child healthcare
- Promoting disaster-resilient communities
- Demonstrating leadership and critical thinking
Career Opportunities
- Public Health Nurse
- Community Health Coordinator
- Disaster Preparedness Officer
- Nurse Educator or Researcher
- Health Promotion Specialist
- Nurse Manager
Accreditation and Recognition
- Accrediting Body: Fiji Higher Education Commission (FHEC)
- Approved by: Fiji Nursing Council
Empower communities. Lead with care. Shape the future of public health.