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Detailed Description and Format of the National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care (PG-CPC) – Fall 2026

1. Header & Programme Announcement

• Institution: National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS), Islamabad

• Programme: Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care (PG-CPC)

• Intake: Fall 2026 – Admission to 5th Batch

2. Programme Details & Overview

• Programme Description:
  Palliative care is a specialized medical approach designed to provide holistic support to individuals living with serious, life-threatening conditions. The course focuses on alleviating suffering through comprehensive management of physical, emotional, and spiritual distress. By doing so, palliative care empowers patients and their families to face the challenges of illness with dignity, comfort, and care.

• Programme Structure:

  • Duration: 26 Weeks

  • Number of Modules: 04

  • Mode of Delivery: Online Certificate Program with a Hybrid Workshop

    • Online Component (24 Weeks): Self-study combined with synchronous online sessions. The program comprises pre-recorded video lectures by experts in palliative care/oncology and interactive online teaching sessions. Learning is conducted via the NUMS digital e-learning portal, accessible to faculty and participants through their personal accounts.

    • Hybrid Workshop: A workshop on communication skills is conducted at the NUMS campus. Participants from Rawalpindi and Islamabad attend physically, while participants from other cities can join via Zoom link.

3. Fee Details

• Special Offer: The first 10 students to register will receive a 20% discount on the course fee. Register now to secure your spot and gain expertise that truly transforms lives.

4. Eligibility Criteria

This course is designed to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence in palliative care medicine. It will contribute to enhancing the ability of healthcare professionals to lead and drive clinically effective care for patients suffering from advanced life-limiting diseases.

Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:

• Strongly Recommended For: Interns, residents, primary health physicians, doctors involved in Oncology/ICU patient care, nurses working in oncology, home health services, ICU, internal medicine, or any other department involved in managing palliative care patients.

5. Admission Schedule

6. Important Notes for Applicants

• Application Form: The application form must be filled online and will be available on the NUMS website: www.numspak.edu.pk

• NOC Requirement: For government employees, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their respective organization is a prerequisite for confirmation of admission (if applicable).

7. Contact Information & Correspondence

• Website: https://numspak.edu.pk/

• Phone: 051-9270086

• Email: pg.admissions@numspak.edu.pk

• Postal Address: Admissions Office, NUMS Secretariat, Abid Majeed Road (Adjacent to Army Medical College), Rawalpindi, Pakistan.