College of Nursing (UP Manila)
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| Name | College of Nursing, University of the Philippines Manila |
| Established | 1967 |
| Type | Public |
| City | Ermita, Manila |
| Country | Philippines |
| Campus | University of the Philippines Manila |
| Parent | University of the Philippines |
College of Nursing (UP Manila) is the nursing school of the University of the Philippines Manila located in Ermita, Manila. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing, engages in clinical partnerships, and contributes to health policy, community health, and nursing research. The college interacts with national and international bodies, hospitals, and research institutions to advance nursing practice, education, and leadership.
History
The College traces its origins to the nursing programs administered by the University of the Philippines system and formally organized during the expansion of health sciences in the 20th century. Early development coincided with public health initiatives involving the Department of Health (Philippines), collaborations with hospitals such as the Philippine General Hospital and ties to academic units including the College of Medicine and the College of Allied Medical Professions. The College has evolved through periods marked by national health reforms, collaborations with entities like the World Health Organization, participation in initiatives with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (Philippines), and responses to public health emergencies involving agencies such as the Philippine Red Cross.
Academic Programs
Programs include the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, and doctoral programs with concentrations in nursing education, nursing administration, community health nursing, and clinical nursing specialties. The curricula align with accreditation and licensure frameworks overseen by bodies such as the Professional Regulation Commission (Philippines), standards influenced by international organizations like the International Council of Nurses, and educational policies shaped by the Commission on Higher Education (Philippines). The College offers continuing professional development, certificate programs, and interprofessional education activities conducted with units such as the College of Pharmacy, University of the Philippines Manila and the College of Public Health, University of the Philippines Manila.
Research and Publications
Faculty and students engage in research on community health, maternal and child health, infectious disease control, health systems, and nursing interventions. Research outputs are disseminated in journals and conferences, with links to publishers and forums such as the Philippine Journal of Nursing, national forums of the Department of Health (Philippines), and international gatherings by organizations like the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. The College collaborates on projects funded by institutions such as the National Institutes of Health (United States), the Asian Development Bank, and local research bodies including the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development. Faculty have authored monographs and participated in policy advisories for agencies including the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children's Fund.
Administration and Organization
The College is led by a dean reporting to the Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Manila and coordinated with administrative offices such as the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, University of the Philippines and the Office of Student Affairs, University of the Philippines Manila. Academic departments are organized into units focusing on areas like nursing education, community health, psychiatric nursing, and clinical sciences, with governance aligned with the Board of Regents of the University of the Philippines and regulations from the Commission on Higher Education (Philippines). Administrative functions interface with national agencies including the Civil Service Commission (Philippines) for hiring and the Landbank of the Philippines for institutional finance arrangements.
Student Life and Organizations
Student organizations include academic societies, honor societies, and service groups such as chapters affiliated with Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and student councils under the umbrella of the University Student Council, University of the Philippines. Extracurricular activities engage partners like the Philippine Nurses Association and community outreach with NGOs including Gawad Kalinga and Philippine Red Cross. Students participate in national competitions held by the Professional Regulation Commission (Philippines) and attend conferences organized by bodies such as the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing and the International Council of Nurses.
Facilities and Clinical Affiliations
Academic facilities are situated within the UP Manila complex alongside the Philippine General Hospital, the National Institutes of Health (Philippines), and the College of Medicine. Skills laboratories, simulation centers, classrooms, and libraries coordinate with libraries like the Sanchez Hall Library and resources from the University of the Philippines System Information Technology Development Center. Clinical affiliations include the Philippine General Hospital, the East Avenue Medical Center, the Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center, and regional partner hospitals across the Philippines, as well as community health sites coordinated with the Department of Health (Philippines) and local government units such as the City of Manila health offices.
Notable Alumni and Faculty
Alumni and faculty have served in leadership positions across health institutions, government, and academia, including roles in the Department of Health (Philippines), leadership in the Philippine Nurses Association, elected positions in the House of Representatives of the Philippines, and appointments to international bodies like the World Health Organization. Faculty have included recipients of awards conferred by institutions such as the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board and contributors to policy reports for organizations like the United Nations and the Asian Development Bank.
Category:University of the Philippines Manila Category:Nursing schools in the Philippines