NUMS - E Learning Solution (Certificate Programs)

1.    Description of Course & Scheme of Study

This will be a 26-week certificate program.

1. Blended learning (2 weeks duration): This methodology comprises of prerecorded video lectures by foreign experts and interactive online teaching sessions.
2. 24-week self-study model with once a week interactive session of 2 hours: Online learning of 24 weeks will be conducted via NUMS digital e-learning portal, accessible to faculty and participants through their personal accounts.

2.    Curriculum Outline:

The basics and advance management of palliative care will be divided into 4 modules.

1. Introduction to Palliative Care
2. Ethical issues at the end of life
3. Public health and palliative care
4. Symptom management

This certificate program is of 12 credit hours; details are given in the table below.