The Master of Critical Care Nursing program offered by the Faculty of Graduate studies, Department of Nursing and Midwifery, is designed to address the growing healthcare needs in Palestine. The program aligns with the University’s strategic plan to expand postgraduate education and foster the advancement of nursing in Palestine. It provides a student-centered, clinically focused, and culturally relevant educational experience. This program offers a cost-effective alternative to studying abroad, while being geographically convenient. Additionally, it enhances interdisciplinary collaboration within the University, fostering cooperation in teaching, clinical practice, and research.

Graduates from this program will be equipped with advanced critical care knowledge and clinical skills, preparing them to assume leadership roles in critical care settings. The curriculum is designed to reflect current evidence-based practices and cutting-edge research, ensuring that students are prepared to meet the challenges of modern healthcare environments. By combining theoretical learning with practical applications in clinical settings, the program aims to cultivate advanced critical thinking, decision-making, and patient management skills that are essential for improving patient outcomes in critical care units.

This program is ideal for nurses who are looking to advance their careers, specialize in critical care, and contribute to the future of healthcare in Palestine and beyond.

Program Objectives

The Master of Critical Care Nursing program aims to:

1. Prepare highly competent critical care nurse graduates capable of delivering advanced care to adult patients with complex and multiple health issues, as well as providing comprehensive support to their families.

2. Offer continuing education opportunities for critical care nurses, with a focus on improving the health and well-being of vulnerable populations through the use of advanced technologies, critical care innovations, and evidence-based nursing practices.

3. Enhance the research capabilities of graduates by equipping them with the skills to confidently appraise, conduct, and publish clinical research in critical care nursing.

4. Lay a strong foundation for graduates who wish to pursue further studies at the doctoral level, encouraging lifelong learning and professional development.

Program Goals

The goals of the Master of Critical Care Nursing program are to:

• Develop professional competence: Graduates will be proficient in providing advanced critical care nursing to adult patients facing complex health challenges.

• Promote continuous learning: The program supports ongoing education in the latest technologies and evidence-based practices, fostering innovation in critical care nursing.

• Advance clinical research: Graduates will possess the research skills necessary to contribute to the body of knowledge in critical care nursing, promoting excellence in clinical practice.

• Support future academic growth: The program prepares graduates for doctoral-level studies, encouraging them to pursue advanced education and become leaders in nursing research and practice.

This program is ideal for nurses aiming to specialize in adult critical care, elevate their professional expertise, and contribute to the evolving landscape of healthcare both locally and internationally.