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Cert in Critical Care Nursing

University of Technology, Jamaica

Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica

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Offered by University of Technology, Jamaica in Kingston, Jamaica, Cert in Critical Care Nursing is a certificate in Nursing programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. It carries 41.0 credits. Tuition for international students is USD 13,625 per total (JMD 592,900 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Nursing
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
Credits: 41.0
Local tuition: JMD 592,900 / total
International tuition: USD 13,625 / total

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: utech.edu.jm ·

Program details

Overview

This one-year Certificate in Critical Care Nursing is a demanding programme, equipping nurses who are already registered with the specialized know-how and hands-on skills they need to care for critically ill patients. Across 14 modules worth 41 credits in total, it zeroes in on advanced skills for assessing, diagnosing and managing patients whose conditions threaten their lives. The course of study is delivered in person at the Papine campus and is open to licensed, BLS-certified registered nurses who already have at least six months of relevant clinical experience, giving practicing nurses a direct route into a specialized critical-care role.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Entry requires licensed, BLS-certified Registered Nurses with a minimum of six months of experience in areas such as Medical Surgical Nursing, Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit, and Accident and Emergency.

About University of Technology, Jamaica

Type: University
Control: Public
Founded: 1958
Programs: 99
Location: Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Critical Care Nursing award?

University of Technology, Jamaica awards a Certificate in the field of Nursing on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Critical Care Nursing take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Cert in Critical Care Nursing cost?

Tuition for international students is USD 13,625 per total (JMD 592,900 per total for local students).

Can Cert in Critical Care Nursing be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Technology, Jamaica.

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