International Study Program in Nursing
When the demand for Philippine-trained nurses rose to unprecedented proportion, the College of Nursing started receiving numerous/varied requests from nursing institutions abroad. From a single visit and orientation to the degree programs of the College, to actual observation/sitting in to a single class session, or actual clinical in the hospital and the community – both urban and rural. Most of these institutions have indicated desire to regularize these visits/clinical experiences or to pursue formal partnerships. There are also many requests for interviews and/or orientation to the UP BSN curriculum and Philippine nursing.
The Philippines is a most likely destination within the region because of the good reputation of Filipino nurses and our facility with the English language. In this regard, there has been an escalation of feelers for possible partnerships or tie-ups with institutions both from western countries such as the United States of America, and Asia, particularly Japan, Thailand and Indonesia. In all these countries, they offer opportunities for their undergraduate students to have about 1-2 weeks study abroad to enhance their international perspectives.
At the university level, MOA/MOU has been signed between the University of the Philippines Manila and the foreign universities:
JAPAN
INDONESIA
The need to respond to global challenges and demands for nursing development are more real now than ever before. The direction towards international cooperation in nursing education, practice & research has been demonstrated in international fora, conferences & international working groups. Opportunities for collegial nursing provide mutual benefits across countries & cultures, create opportunities for funding and support, develop the nursing profession and help define the role of nursing in nation building.
The International Study Program in Nursing is in line with the vision and mission of the college towards excellence and nursing development. The designation of the College as a WHO Collaborating Center for Leadership in Nursing Development, and as Center of Excellence (COE) by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) strengthens this resolve to continue sharing our expertise, providing assistance and cooperation for the development of the nursing profession.
Goals and Objectives
The International Study Program in Nursing seeks to contribute to the university’s goal in becoming an academic training institution recognized in the region and the rest of the world for its quality and excellence in nursing education, practice and research.
The College of Nursing envisions an international program that promote partnership, as well as goodwill and understanding among nursing institutions in the international community.
Course Offerings
The International Study Program in Nursing will offer three types of programs:
1. Need – based exposure or internship program for undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing students
Providing an integrated academic and clinical/community experience, a 2-4 week program will be offered. The program begins with a two-three day seminar in the College of Nursing in Manila, including an orientation and lectures on specific/special topics. At the end of this seminar in Manila, depending on the particular objectives of the sending institution, the students will be going to their place of assignments for the remainder of their study program where they will complete an internship/immersion course. Internship/immersion include any or a combination of settings in the hospital, community or other clinical/nursing institutions. Enrichment activities such as attendance in Round Table Discussions, sessions with visiting lecturers and the like will be provided whenever possible.
2. Regular Graduate Courses in Nursing
(offered in coordination with the National Graduate School for the Health Sciences)
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- Master of Arts in Nursing with tracks (student selects 1 track as his/her major) in Adult Health Nursing, Maternal and Child Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing and Nursing Administration
- Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
3. Regular Short – Term Courses
UPCN conducts regular, non-credit programs/courses of varying duration. These are held at different times of the year. These public offerings may also be taken by participants in the above two categories of training programs offered by UPCN.
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- Study Program in Transcultural Nursing Care in the Philippine Health Care Delivery System [3 days]
- Short-term Training on Evidence-Based Nursing: Skills in Appraising RCTs, Systematic Reviews and Qualitative Research (includes an overview of the research process), [5 days, 1 week]
- Short-term Training on Competency-Based BSN Curriculum Development and Instructional Designs [10 days, 2 weeks]
- Short-term Training Program on Clinical Supervision of Nursing Students (with choices of guided experience in clinical supervision in Community Health Nursing/CHN, Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing/MHPN, Maternal and Child Nursing MCN, Adult Health Nursing AHN, Nursing Administration and Management (Nsg Adm) [10 days, 2 weeks]
- Short-term Training on Care of Chronic Illness and Older Persons [10 days, 2 weeks]
- Short – Term Courses on the Nursing Process (special focus depends of request of partner institutions based on results of training needs analysis of expected participants: Oxygenation, Care of Patients with Problems in Psychosocial Adaptation, Neuro–Muscular Problems, etc.)
Mechanics/ Procedures:
- Letters of Requests/ or Intent from the institution shall be addressed to the
Dean, College of Nursing
University of the Philippines
Sotejo Hall, P. Gil St., Ermita, Manila Philippines 1000. - Letter of Intent shall include:
- objectives of the visit/or program requested,
- period of proposed program,
- brief description of the type of experiences being sought,
- curriculum vitae of the head of the delegation (or the individual)
- brief background of the institution
- endorsement of the head of the institution (for individual participants).
- The requests shall be assessed by the Dean and particularly the Head of the CECSP Program for approval/disapproval. Assessment shall include its potential for regular exchanges and programs
- Institutional requests, particularly if this entails regular sending of students shall need a MOA with the University. Such MOA shall follow the usual procedure of the university.
- The CN prepares the specific study program in coordination with the requesting institution.
- The CN establishes communication with the requesting agency to clarify details.
- Board and Lodging: The University has no provisions for this but can offer a list of nearby hostels that UP Manila comes into a special arrangement for discounted lodging in selected hotels/hostels.
- Program Fee (cost of the program) shall be determined based on the requirements of the study program (e.g., lectures, demo/return demo, clinical exposures, etc.) and shall follow University/ College guidelines for International Registration fees, if any.
- Programs conducted on an institutional level will be covered by either a MOA or MOU. Participation in a regular course will require enrollment as special students or non-degree students following the usual procedures of the university. Credit units may be given depending on the MOA with sending institution and UP rules.
- Planning and implementation of this study program is in coordination with the UP MANILA Office of International Linkages
- To promote Philippine culture and good will, visits to historical and cultural sites shall be facilitated.
Contact us for more information:
Continuing Education and Community Extension Services Office
Sotejo Hall (College of Nursing)
University of the Philippines Manila
Pedro Gil St., Ermita, Manila 1000 Philippines