NUMS Admission 2026 – Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care (PG?CPC)
National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS), Islamabad invites applications for the 5th Batch of Postgraduate Certificate in Palliative Care (PG?CPC) Fall?2026. This specialized program aims to train healthcare professionals in holistic approaches to palliative care for individuals with life?threatening conditions.
Program Overview
- Duration: 26 weeks (Online)
- Medium: NUMS digital e?learning platform
- Eligibility: MBBS, BDS, DPT, BS Nursing, BS Psychology, BS Social Sciences
- Credit Hours: 04
- Mode: Online with interactive sessions
- Clinical Exposure: Optional placement at palliative care units
Fee Structure
- Application Processing Fee: Rs.?5,000/?
- Enrollment Fee: Rs.?25,000/?
- Tuition Fee: Rs.?60,000/?
- Special Offer: 20?% discount for the first?10?students to register
Schedule
- Opening of Applications: 18?August?2026
- Last Date of Registration: 15?September?2026
- Commencement of Classes: 01?October?2026
Contact Information
Coordinator: Department of Health Professions Education, NUMS Secretariat, Rawalpindi
Email:pgcpc@numspak.edu.pk
Phone:+92?51?9266000 (Ext.?2109)
Website:https://numspak.edu.pk
Why Choose NUMS PG?CPC?
This program equips healthcare professionals with the skills to provide compassionate, evidence?based palliative care. Graduates gain expertise in symptom management, communication, and ethical decision?making — essential for improving quality of life for patients and families.
FAQs
Who can apply for the NUMS PG?CPC program?
Graduates of MBBS, BDS, DPT, BS Nursing, BS Psychology, or BS Social Sciences are eligible to apply.
Is the program fully online?
Yes, the PG?CPC program is delivered through NUMS’ digital e?learning platform with optional clinical exposure.
What is the duration of the course?
The course runs for 26?weeks, equivalent to one academic semester.
Is there any discount available?
Yes, the first?10?students to register will receive a?20?% discount on tuition fees.
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