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CONTACT DETAILS
Paray School of Nursing
P.O Box 2
Thaba-Tseka 550
Tell: +266 22900319
Cell: +266 66102264/ +266 56879305
Email: info@parayson.ac.ls
Website: www.parayson.ac.ls
Facebook page: Paray School of Nursing
PROSPECTUS
32 2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. VISION 3
2. MISSION STATEMENT 3
3. PHILOSOPHY 3
4. GOAL 3
5. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND 4
6. TEACHING PLATFORM 5
7. ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH LINKAGES 7
8. FACULTY 8
9. APPLICATION PROCEDURE 11
10. DURATION OF STUDY 12 I’m not telling you it’s going to
11. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 12
12. SELECTION PROCEDURE
13. COMMENCEMENT OF TRAINING
14
15
be easy, I am telling you it’s
14. REGISTRATION 16
15. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 16 going to be worth it.
16. ACCOMODATION 16
17. CATERING 16
18. STUDENT VISAS 16 Art Williams
19. STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS 16
20. MEDICAL EXAMINATION 16
21. ORIENTATION 17
22. PROFESSIONAL CODE OF CONDUCT 17
23. BEHAVIOUR, RULES AND REGULATIONS 21
24. LIBRARY SERVICES 21
25. COMPUTER SERVICES 23
26. SIMULATION LABORATORY 24
27. STUDENT SUPPORT 25
28. MODULES IN THE PROGRAMS OFFERED 26
29. ASSESSMENTS 29
30. ACCREDITATION STATUS 29
31. APPENDIX 30
2 31
VISION
APPENDIX 1 – RECOMMENDED BOOKS To be the center of excellence in nursing education in Lesotho through research, innovation and
1. CERTIFICATE IN NURSING ASSISTANT learning culminating in quality health
To be provided to the selected students.
MISSION STATEMENT
2. DIPLOMA IN NURSING Paray School of Nursing as a Catholic institution shall uphold Christian values in the provision of
To be provided to the selected students. quality nursing education by inspiring learning through excellence in teaching. Creating and
advancing knowledge through art, science and research; shaping care through evidence based
practice. It also strives to produce nurses who will practice safely, independently and observe
3. DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY
scientific, legal and ethical standards in the delivery of quality nursing care meeting the changing
All Midwifery students will be provided with a package that is
health care needs in the community.
compulsory for the training and will only be available at Paray School of
Nursing, this Package will include:
Workbooks for each module
PHILOSOPHY
Registers
Paray School of Nursing believes that individuals have a right to train as nurses, irrespective of
Lesotho Obstetric Record
their age, gender, race, religion and social status. All individuals training at Paray School of
Checklists Nursing have the right to obtain scientific, legal and ethical preparation and development of
standard on a personal and professional level. The graduates will be adequately equipped for
safe and independent practice to provide for the changing health needs of the community.
GOAL
To produce competent nurses that will deliver quality health care services in different settings.
30 3HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
3. DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY- 1 year programme
The 1970’s
SEMESTER 1
Paray School of Nursing is established in 1977 with the main objective of training Nursing
Assistants who are to provide health care services to the communities of the remote MID 117 Antenatal care
mountainous regions of Lesotho. Only female students from within Thaba-Tseka are
MID 119 Labour and Child Birth
recruited for training. The curriculum being implemented is an LNC approved content based
curriculum. The length of training is one year. SEMESTER 2
MID 127 Neonatal Care
The 1980’s
MID 126 Post Partum Care
Recruitment of students is expanded to include female students from the lowlands.
Curriculum review increases the length of the training program to 18 months YEAR COURSE
The 1990’s RES 107 Research in Midwifery
The first male students are recruited in June 1999.
2000 ASSESSMENTS
The curriculum for the Certificate in Nursing Assistant is reviewed in the year 2000. The Examinations will be guided by the assessment program and
review increases the period of training of the Certificate in Nursing Assistant to 2years.
assessment policy of the institution
2008
ACCREDITATION STATUS
The Lesotho Nursing Council (LNC) approves the school to offer the Diploma in General
Nursing, now Diploma in Nursing. The Diploma in General Nursing first intake starts in July
2009 with twenty pioneer students
The Diploma in Nursing and Diploma in Midwifery Programs
attained full accreditation from the Council on Higher Education
2013
( CHE) for a period of five fives starting from January 2017 to June
The Certificate in Nursing Assistant is reviewed to a Competence Based Curriculum and is
offered for 15 months. 2022. The Certificate in Nursing Assistant program is on an
Extended Probationary Accreditation between March 2016 to June
2021.
4 29YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1
2014
PHC 2112 Primary Health Care Nursing
The Diploma Midwifery programme is introduced in August with an intake of seventeen (17)
PHM 214 Pharmacology pioneer students
ANP 216 Anatomy and Physiology 2015
Diploma in General Nursing is reviewed and changes to be Diploma in Nursing
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2
2016
MHN 224 Mental Health Nursing
110 graduates are conferred Certificates and Diplomas in their various programmes. This is
PHM 224 Pharmacology the largest number of graduates in one ceremony since the inception.
PHC 2212 Primary Health Care 2017
ANP 224 Anatomy and Physiology Diploma in Nursing and Diploma in Midwifery are accredited by Council on Higher
Education. (CHE) for five years. Diploma in Nursing is reviewed to a Competency Based
Curriculum with an intake of 21 students.
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1
2018
NUR 3114 Nursing
Paray School of Nursing academic Senate is constituted with 11 senators.The body
MGT 304 Management in Nursing
oversees the academic activities and assessments in the school.
TEACHING PLATFORM
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2
Hospitals
NUR 3214 Nursing
Botha-Bothe Government Hospital
MGT 304 Management in Nursing
Mamohau Mission Hospital
Mohlomi Psychiatric Hospital
Mokhotlong Government Hospital
28 5Paray Mission Hospital SEMESTER 2
Queen ‘Mamohato Memorial Hospital NASS 103 Community Health Nursing I
NASS 203 Community Health Nursing II
Seboche Mission Hospital
NASS 104 Sexual and Reproductive Health I
Mohlomi Psychiatric Hospital
NASS 204 Sexual and Reproductive Health II
Motebang Government Hospital
NASS 205 Introduction to Psychology & Mental Health Nursing
NASS 300 Practicum
Clinics SEMESTER 3
Bobete Health Centre Internship
Health Division – Thaba-Tseka
2. DIPLOMA IN NURSING
Holy Trinity Health Centre
Katse Health Centre
YEAR 1: SEMESTER 1
Khohlo –Nt’so Health Centre NUR 1110 Community Assessment
Libibing Health Centre MAP 114 Microbiology and Parasitology
Linakeng Health Centre SOC 114 Sociology
Louis Gerald Health Centre ETH 114 Ethics
Maryland Health Centre
Mohale Health Centre YEAR 1: SEMESTER 2
Mohlanapeng Health Centre PSY 124 Psychology
Mokoto Health Centre ANP 124 Anatomy and Physiology
Mositi Health Centre NUR 1212 Nursing
Sehong-hong Health Centre
6 27Sport and Recreation services
Students are supported in a variety of sporting activities in and around Paray Seshote Health Centre
School of Nursing. Through the Student Representative Council and the
St-Paul Health Centre
Lesotho Nursing Association-Student Chapter, the students from Paray School
of Nursing participate annually in the Inter-Collaboration games held in some St-Peters Health Centre (Botha-Bothe)
Schools of Nursing in Lesotho.
St. Theresa Clinic (Mashai)
Student Representative Council (SRC)
Pointmain Health Centre
The School of Nursing has a vibrant SRC, which co-ordinates non-academic
student activities. The SRC works closely with the Dean of Students. Community Based Learning
The school has engaged with communities of Thaba-Tseka to offer leaners authentic
experiential learning opportunities. Students in all levels are placed in these
communities in order to achieve the community related outcomes and expanding the
MODULES IN THE PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY PARAY SCHOOL learning environment for students.
OF NURSING
ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH LINKAGES
1. CERTIFICATE IN NURSING ASSISTANT
Christian Health Association of Lesotho (CHAL)
SEMESTER 1
Foundation for the Advancement in International Medical Education and Research –
NASS 101 Basic Nursing I
Sub Saharan Institute (SAFRI)
NASS 201 Basic Nursing II
Jhpiego –John Hopkins University Affiliate
NASS 102 Medical Surgical Nursing I
Lesotho Nurses’ Association (LNA)
NASS 202 Medical- Surgical Nursing II
Lesotho Nursing Council (LNC)
National Manpower Development Secretariat (NMDS)
National University of Lesotho – Faculty of Health Sciences(NUL)
University of the Free State (UFS)
African Medical and Research Foundation (AMREF)
26 7Operating Hours
Maluti Adventist College
Weekdays : 0800Hrs—1700Hrs
National Health Training College Head:Public Holidays
Certificate :CLOSED
in Nursing Assistant:
Weekends and after hours :(will be open under special request
Roma College of Nursing
Scott College of Nursing Dean: Student Affairs: with prior arrangements to responsible person)
Henrietta Stockdale College of Nursing (SA)
STUDENT SUPPORT
Nurse Educator:
The School of Nursing is committed to ensure a healthy environment for its
ACADEMIC STAFF students and will pursue all avenues to this regard.
Principal Nurse Educator: Sr. I. Pooka, RN, RM, B Cur (Natal), Health Services
BSc (UB), MSc. N (TAU) NurseStudent
Educator:falling sick during their studies should notify their Supervisor,
Educator, Dean of Students, Nurse-in-Charge or Wardens depending on their
Deputy-Principal Nurse Educator: Mr. P. Phoolo, RN, PGD (Nursing Ed)
location at the time of illness. Hospital services within Paray Mission Hospital
(SU), PGD (SU), PGPN (Boston), MPHIL in will be provided free of charge for students except when the students are
Nurse Educator:
admitted or dental services.
HIV/AIDS (SU)
Nurse Educator:
Students with special medical conditions that may prohibit them to partake in a
Faculty Development Coordinator : Dr. C. N. Nyoni, RN, B Sc. (Hons) N(UZ) M Soc. Sc.
(Nursing) (UFS), MHPE (c) KU, PhD (UFS) Nursevariety of activities including catering services will need to provide proof of
Educator:
such to the Dean of Students on the orientation week for appropriate measures
FSAFRI.
to be taken by the School.
Head: Midwifery: Ms. N. Rapolo, RN, RM, BSc (NUL), PGD (NE ) PGD NurseCounselling
Educator : services
(HIV/AIDS) MPhil (HIV/AIDS) (SU PhD(c) (SU)
NurseThe School of Nursing has a professional counsellor and spiritual director to
Educator:
Head: Diploma in Nursing: Mrs. E. Mukurunge, RN, BSc Biochem., (UZ) BSc offer psycho-social counselling for students. The counsellor and spiritual
director are accessible at any time of the semester and strict confidentiality is
(Hon) (UZ) M Soc. Sc. (Nursing) I (UFS) FSAFRI
maintained.
Clinical Supervisor:
8 25Examination time
Weekdays : 0800 Hrs – 2100 Hrs
Saturday : 0800 Hrs – 1400 Hrs Head: Certificate in Nursing Assistant: Mr. F. Muzeya, RN, B Sc. (Hons) N (UZ),
Sunday :CLOSED
MPH (UNISA), FSAFRI
December holidays Dean: Student Affairs: Mrs. T. Matsoso RN, RM, OPN, BA CUR (UNISA), PGD
Library closes with the closure of the School of Nursing between the first and ( UCT), MSc (c) (NWU)
second semester.
Nurse Educator: Ms. M. Shawa, RN, B Sc. N (Zambia), PGD (HIV
THE SIMULATION LABORATORY
Management) Medunsa), MPH (Medunsa), FSAFRI, Ph.D
To improve learning of appropriate skills, Knowledge and attitudes the school of
(c ) (UFS) II
nursing is proud to own a state of the art simulation laboratory. In the simulation
laboratory, nursing skills are practiced before the students can actually perform Nurse Educator: Mrs. P. K. Shanduka, RN, RM, B Sc. N (ZOU) MNSC III (SMU),
such skills on real patients.
FSAFRI
The simulation laboratory has high fidelity simulators that can perform virtually
most of the human functions hence enabling the nursing student to practice and Nurse Educator: Mr. L.Thapelo, R/N BA CUR (UNISA), RSM (NHTC)
feel the procedure on a simulator. Simulation based learning is integrated
Nurse Educator: Mrs. A.M Rammitsane, RN, RM, BNS (Medunsa)
throughout the curriculum of learning in all programs.
Use of the simulation laboratory Nurse Educator: Mrs. M. Qhobosheane, RN, RM, OPN, BA CUR (UNISA),
MCUR(1) NWU
Students learning from the simulation laboratory should be in full uniform.
Nurse Educator : Mr .S. Shanyurai RN, BSc N (Hons) (UZ)
Simulators are to be treated as patients in the ward. All students entering the
simulation laboratory should sign the attendance register at the entrance and Nurse Educator: Mrs M. Nkhotla RN, RM, BSc (NUL), PGD
report to the Clinical supervisor present.
(NE) (SU)
All guidelines specific to simulators and models in the simulation laboratory shall
be observed. Clinical Supervisor: Mr. B. Masava, RN, B Sc. (Hons) N (UZ), MPhil HSE
(SU), FSAFRI
24 9Clinical Instructor: Mrs. M. Mokorotlo RN, RM, BSc (NUL)
Loan periods
MSN II (TAU)
Students may borrow up to two books from the library for a period of one week. An
Clinical Instrutor: Mr. M. Matsau RN, RM, BA (UNISA)
extension period may be granted only if the book is not in demand.
Clinical Instructor: Ms. M. Lebeko RN, RM, BA CUR (UNISA)
Spiritual Director: Fr. Ts`ehla OMI AM (LAC), B.Phil (Urbaniana),
COMPUTER SERVICES
B.Theol (Urbaniana) , DELF B1 (French), DELF B2 (French),
The School of Nursing hosts a lucrative state of the art computer laboratory with
P.G.D (HIV/AIDS Management ), MPhil (HIV/AIDS several desktop computers. All the computers are connected to the internet and thus
allowing students to enjoy a wide array of learning opportunities. Students are also
Management) (SU)
encouraged to utilize their own personal computers as wireless internet is accessible
Tutor: Mr .P.Mutimbe, RNM (PSoN) within the school campus. Wireless internet connection will be sought from IT
office. The opening times of the library apply with the computer laboratory.
Tutor: Miss. K. Mokhele, RNM (PSoN)
Income Generating Project Marketer/Tutor: Mr. T. Nyoni, RNM (PSoN)
Use of the Computer laboratory
NON-ACADEMIC STAFF
The ICT officer in the Computer laboratory will assist students in accessing the com-
Administrator: Mrs. M. Masilo, BA. (Econ) (NUL) puters and the internet. These facilities are limited and academic use takes
precedence over social use. Students are expected to report any challenges they may
Accountant: Mr. S. Masupha B Comm Acc. (NUL)
be facing to the ICT officer on duty.
Assistant Accountant: Mrs. M. Phatela CAT (LCK Tutor ing Ser vices)
Laboratory hours
Accounts Intern: Miss M. Ts`ehlana, B Comm Acc. (NUL) Semester time
Library Services Assistant: Miss. H. Nthulanyane BA (NUL) Weekdays : 0800 Hrs – 2100 Hrs
Saturdays : 0900 Hrs – 1200 Hrs
Library Services Assistant: Mr. M. Selialia BA (NUL)
Sunday : CLOSED
Information Technology : Mr. T. Moshabesha B Sc. (Lakeland College,
Public Holidays : CLOSED
USA)
Secretary: Ms. M. Mokobane, BM (LP)
10 23Receptionist: Mr. T. Khasipe, AD IT (LUCT)
LIBRARY SERVICES
The School of Nursing has a functioning library that hosts more than a thousand Warden : Mr. R. Mabaso AM (LAC)
bibliographies. Such bibliography includes: books, journals, examination
Warden : Ms. M. Motlomelo, BA-(UFS), BA (Hons) (UFS)
question papers, and student`s research proposal and reports. The library is
located in one of the first buildings of the school of nursing. The main objective
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
of the library is to assist the school towards achievement of the vision which
endeavors to be a Centre of excellence in nursing education in Lesotho. Application forms together with prospectus will be available from:
a) Paray School of Nursing Campus and CHAL offices from the 1st of March
Library hours
2019
Semester time
b) School website www.parayson.ac.ls from the 1st of March 2019
Weekdays : 0800 Hrs – 2100 Hrs
c) Council on Higher Education Fair held in Maseru on the 14th –15th of March
Saturdays : 0900 Hrs – 1200 Hrs
2019.
Sunday : CLOSED
d) You can apply on line from the school website
Public Holidays : CLOSED
Examination time Prospective students are expected to complete every section of the application
Weekdays : 0800 Hrs – 2100 Hrs form. The application form attached with all the necessary documents should be
Saturday : 0800 Hrs – 1400 Hrs returned to Paray School of Nursing or CHAL offices Maseru or uploaded on
Sunday :CLOSED the website on or before the 29th March 2019.
A non refundable application fee of M200 for Basotho, M250 for non Basotho,
December holidays and M500 for transferring in students should be deposited in the school bank
account:
Library closes with the closure of the School of Nursing between the first and
BANK ACCOUNT HOLDER: PARAY SCHOOL OF NURSING
second semester.
ACCOUNT HOLDER’S ADDRESS:
Membership
P.O.BOX 02, THABA-TSEKA 550 LESOTHO
Current students of the School of Nursing, staff and members of the teaching BANK ACCOUNT: 9080002551191
hospital are members of the library. Membership to the library is free of charge.
BRANCH: THABA – TSEKA
BRANCH CODE: 062 767
SWIFT CODE AND BIC: SBICLSMX
BANK NAME: STANDARD LESOTHO BANK
22 11Lunch box, cutlery , a cup or mug
DURATION OF STUDY
Certificate in Nursing Assistant (15 months) Washing basin and bucket with lid
Electric iron
Diploma in Nursing (3 Years)
Pillows
Diploma in Midwifery (1 year)
Blankets
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Paraffin and paraffin heaters for warming water
CERTIFICATE IN NURSING ASSISTANT
5 Liter non-electric kettle
The applicant must possess LGCSE/COSC or equivalent. Foreign acquired
qualifications should be evaluated by the Examinations Council of Lesotho (ECOL)
The following items are NOT appropriate for students to wear when in
before submission.
uniform;
LGCSE
Casual sandals and tekkies
A candidate must have passed a minimum of six (6) subjects with a (D) which much
Ragged trousers and jeans
must include:
Short pants
a D or better in English language
a D or better in Mathematics Revealing or see-through uniform
a D or better in Physics/Chemistry/ Biology/ Human and social Biology
Tight pants
Short skirts
COSC
Flat shoes for female students (pumps)
A candidate must have passed a minimum of six(6) subjects which much must include:
BEHAVIOUR, RULES AND REGULATIONS
E or better in English language Students are at all times expected to behave in a manner appropriate to the
E or better in Mathematics nursing profession. Rules and regulations of the School of Nursing shall be
E or better in Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology/ Human and Social Biology provided to students during orientation. Any violation of these rules and
regulations and the laws of Lesotho will lead to disciplinary action.
12 21COMMUNITY DRESS CODE FOR CERTIFICATE IN NURSING
ASSISTANT AND DIPLOMA IN NURSING
DIPLOMA IN NURSING
Male and Female students The applicant must possess LGCSE/COSC or its equivalent. Foreign acquired
Navy Blue tracksuit qualifications should be evaluated by the Examinations Council of Lesotho (ECOL)
before submission.
Navy blue Spoty
Navy Blue woolen hat
Tekkies (of any brand and colour)
LGCSE
A candidate must have passed a minimum of six(6) subjects with a (D) of which four (4)
The community dress code will be acquired from school during the first week of of them must be passed with a C or better including Physics / Chemistry/ Biology.
July 2019. Tekkies will not be obtained from school
a D or better in mathematics
Other Requirements a D or better in English language
Stethoscope COSC
Manual Sphygmomanometer
A candidate must have passed a minimum of (6) subjects with a (D)
Thermometer
Four credits which must include a science subject. The science subjects should be
Nurse’s watch with second hand These will be available at the School Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology
Tape measure D or better in Mathematics
Penlight
D or better in English language
A pair of nurse’s scissors
OR
Computer/tablet/smart phone
Certificate in Nursing Assistant passed with merit
Stationery which should include note books, examination pads, stapler
A minimum of 5 passed subjects at COSC.
Pens (blue/black, red, green), pencils, rubber, ruler
Textbooks AS PER ATTACHMENT Working experience as a Nursing Assistant is an added advantage
20 13Female students
DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY Pink top with collar
Maroon Jersey
The applicants must possess;
Pink trousers
Diploma in Nursing second year transcript pending final results
Black shoes with 3/4 heel/block not pencil heel
OR Panty hose
Nurses watch with second hand
Diploma in Nursing
Pink dresses or below knee skirt
Transfer in applicants Black Jacket
Application letter specifying reasons for transferring into Paray School of The following uniform for all programmes will be acquired from school of
nursing
Nursing.
Completed application form. Tops with collar
Application fee of M500 Trousers
Recommendation letter from the Principal Nurse Educator/Rector from previous
School of Nursing. Dresses
Transcript of previous academic year Shoes, panty hose, jackets and jerseys will not be obtained from
school.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
NB: ALL STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE FULL UNIFORM ON THE
Short listing: Shor t-listing of candidates will be done on merit. Interviews for FISRT WEEK OF OPENING. STUDENTS SHOULD STRICTLY BE IN
short-listed candidates will be conducted in April 2019 at Paray School of Nursing FULL UNIFORM WHEN REQUIRED TO.
campus.
Final selection for admission: The academic r esults and the per for mance of the
prospective students in the interview will be part of the criteria used for final
selection. The recommendations of the Admissions Committee of Paray School of
Nursing will be final. Only successful candidates will be communicated to through
the school website, school Facebook page and telephonically.
14 19Female Students
COMMENCEMENT OF TRAINING
White top with collar Once accepted to the different programmes note that the Certificate in Nursing
Navy Blue Jersey Assistant and the Diploma in Nursing will commence in July 2019. Diploma in
White trousers Midwifery programme for 2019 will commence on a date to be advised.
Black shoes with ¾ heel/block not pencil heel
REGISTRATION
Panty hose Registration Fees: A non-refundable registration fee of M 3000.00 should be paid
Nurses watch with second hand upfront by all first year students including the Diploma in Midwifery students.
White dresses or below knee skirt Continuing students pay registration fee of M750.00 in the first week of every
Navy Blue Jacket academic year. All payments to be made to the school’s bank account using details in
page 11 of this prospectus. Proof of payment should be presented to the accounts
office.
Epaulettes (only obtained from school) and Diploma in Midwifery students will
Total fees
obtain their epaulettes from Lesotho Nursing Council (LNC) upon registration.
ITEM Certificate in Diploma in Diploma in
CERTIFICATE IN NURSING ASSISTANT Nursing Assis- Nursing Midwifery
tant
Male students Tuition fee 3,937.50 3,150.00 3,150.00
Boarding 5,250.00 4,200.00 4,200.00
Blue shirt
Catering 21,848.50 17,478.50 17,478.50
Maroon Jersey
Book fee 2,600.00 5,000.00 5,000.00
White trousers
Examination 1,050.00 735.00 735.00
Flat black shoes fee
Black socks
TOTAL 34,686.00 30,563.50 30,563.50
Nurses watch with second hand
Black jackets
(These fees are subject to change)
Please note: All self sponsored students are expected to sign the
fees commitment form before the commencement of the programme.
18 15ORIENTATION
The purpose of orientation program in the School of Nursing is to introduce new
students to the functioning of the school, the curriculum, the staff members, academic
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE activities, academic support services, Student Representative Council and to assist
National Manpower Development Secretariat (NMDS) them with general adjustment to the academic and personal demands of the School.
This program is done in the first two weeks of July 2019.
All Basotho students can receive sponsorship to pursue their studies at Paray School of
Nursing from NMDS if they meet both NMDS criteria and school’s admission
requirements.
PROFFESIONAL CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS
How ever NMDS does not cover all the expenses incurred in the training
process and the school shall therefore alert prospective students of the ensuing Dress code
expectation to complement the deficit.
Students are expected to dress appropriately when on duty in the hospital, health
Bursaries
centres, and other learning places. Untidy or inappropriate clothing may offend
Students with bursaries should provide proof of payment through bank deposit slips to
patients, their relatives and visitors resulting in lack of confidence in the care offered,
the accounts office during the registration period.
as well as negatively affecting the public image of the School of Nursing.
ACCOMMODATION
All admitted students are expected to reside within the school’s halls of residences.
Nursing students shall wear the prescribed uniform when going to the clinical area
CATERING and the simulation laboratory.
Meals will be provided by the school. Eating from the school dining is compulsory.
DIPLOMA IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
STUDENT VISAS
All foreign students are expected to obtain study permit from Ministry of Home
Affairs (Department of Immigration). It is the student’s responsibility to secure a study
permit from the respective offices before the commencement of training. Male Students
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS
All new students will be issued with identification cards at Paray School of Nursing. White shirt
Students are expected to wear the identification cards in the clinical area at all times. Navy Blue Jersey
MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS White trousers
All new students will under go medical examinations during the orientation week. Flat black shoes
These medical examinations will be conducted at Paray Hospital. Female students will
Nurses watch with second hand
be tested for pregnancy and a positive test will result in the student’s deferring from
Black socks
pursuing studies with Paray School of Nursing in accordance with the School’s
Navy Blue Jacket
Admission Policy.
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