Under the Auspices of Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mawla, President of Assiut University.

As part of the university's introductory campaign titled "Assiut University Diplomas.. Toward a Better Professional Future," Assiut University highlights three Professional Diplomas offered by the Department of Community Health Nursing at the Faculty of Nursing, specializing in "Family Health Nursing," "Occupational Health Nursing," and "School Health Nursing."

The initiative is conducted under the supervision of Dr. Gamal Badr, Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research, with follow-up by Dr. Rehab El-Dakhly, Media Advisor to the University President, and Mr. Ghareeb Khairy Zaki, Director General of the General Administration of Public Relations and Media.

The Department of Community Health Nursing at the Faculty of Nursing offers three distinct professional diplomas in "Family Health Nursing," "Occupational Health Nursing," and "School Health Nursing." These programs aim to enhance students' scientific knowledge, as well as their practical and applied skills, qualifying them to deliver specialized preventive and primary healthcare services, foster health awareness, and address the healthcare needs of individuals, families, and communities, thereby advancing healthcare quality.

Prof. Ahmed Abdel-Mawla reaffirmed the university's commitment to continuously developing its academic and professional programs to keep pace with labor market demands and provide diverse opportunities for qualification, specialization, and continuous professional development. He highlighted the importance of professional diplomas in leveraging the university's academic and applied expertise to prepare qualified cadres capable of contributing to vital sectors, foremost among which is the healthcare sector.

For his part, Prof. Gamal Badr emphasized the significance of the professional diplomas offered by the Department of Community Health Nursing in preparing specialized nursing staff and enhancing their scientific and practical capabilities in preventive and primary care. This qualifies graduates to participate effectively in healthcare delivery across health units, primary care centers, schools, and community organizations, while enhancing overall nursing staff competencies.

Prof. Fatima Roshdy, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, explained that the department's professional diplomas target the preparation of specialized nurses capable of providing holistic care for individuals and families across all life stages. The programs focus on health promotion, disease prevention, early screening, home health visits, health education, chronic disease management, and maternal and child health to elevate community healthcare quality.

Prof. Ekram Ibrahim, Vice Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research, noted that these three diplomas offer valuable opportunities for professional development and specialization across diverse domains. They prepare graduates to practice effectively in delivering nursing care and health education across home settings, schools, health centers, primary care units, and outpatient clinics within university and government hospitals.

Program Structure & Academic System

• Duration & Credits: The program spans 3 academic semesters, comprising a total of 36 credit hours. Each semester consists of 16 weeks, including final examinations.

• Academic Calendar:

  • Fall Intake: Classes commence during the first week of October for students fulfilling enrollment conditions in June and July.

  • Spring Intake: Classes commence during the first week of February for students fulfilling enrollment conditions in December and January.

  • Summer Session: An intensive 8-week summer semester may be opened in select departments strictly for supplementary/supporting courses.

• Clinical Training: The curriculum includes practical and clinical training structured around a training plan established by the academic department in accordance with program outcomes and course specifications. Clinical training is documented and tracked using a standardized Practical Log Book to ensure the acquisition of essential applied skills.

Admission & Enrollment Requirements

• Degree Requirements: Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) or a Bachelor of Nursing from a university or institute accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities.

• Professional Experience: A minimum of one year of clinical nursing practice post-internship year in a public hospital or healthcare center is required.

• Approvals: Admission requires approval from the relevant Department Council and Faculty Board, as well as formal release/approval from the applicant’s employer for external candidates.

• Transfer Students & Credit Transfer: Transfer applications from other universities are subject to course equivalency evaluations and credit approval under established regulations.

• International Students: International applicants are admitted in accordance with regulations issued by the International Students Office and the Supreme Council of Universities.

• Specialization Restrictions: Enrollment in more than one specialization simultaneously is strictly prohibited. The Faculty Board reserves the right to cancel enrollment in any specialization where the number of external applicants is fewer than three, pursuant to the University Council's decree.

Application Windows

Admission schedules are published via the official website of the Postgraduate Studies Administration at the Faculty of Nursing:

• First Cycle: Announced in June; application documents accepted throughout July.

• Second Cycle: Announced in December; application documents accepted throughout January.