Diploma-Lady Health Visitor (LHV)

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Lady Health Visitor (LHV 2 Years Program) 

The Lady Health Visitor (LHV) Diploma program is of two years. The program is recognized by the Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC). Our LHV Diploma Program is dedicated to preparing you for a fulfilling career in public and community health, with a specialized focus on maternal and child health. The LHV diploma program equips individuals with practical skills such as conducting health assessments, administering vaccines, providing prenatal and postnatal care, and conducting health education sessions. An LHV is eligible to provide health care facilities at home and in other health care settings; community, hospitals, clinics, or health units.

Career Opportunities

Diploma-holders in Lady Health Visitor can pursue various roles:

  • Employment in the government sector at DHQ or THQ healthcare settings under maternal and child health programs
  • Work in maternity wards, providing care to expectant mothers and newborns
  • Employment opportunities in private clinics or hospitals that focus on maternal and child health services
  • Assist doctors and nurses in various clinical settings, including hospitals, clinics, and private practices
  • Community health centers and rural health facilities
  • Family planning and reproductive health programs
  • Provide antenatal-postnatal care, and vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases
  • Teaching positions in LHV training institutes
  • NGO and international health organizations focusing on maternal and child health

Program Educational Outcome (PEO)

  • Producing competent Lady Health Visitors capable of providing comprehensive maternal and child health services
  • Preparing graduates for employment in public and private healthcare sectors with focus on community health
  • Developing professionals who can contribute to reducing maternal and infant mortality rates
  • Creating skilled practitioners who can adapt to evolving healthcare needs in rural and urban communities
  • Establishing a foundation for further advancement in nursing and public health specializations
  • Training professionals to work effectively in diverse cultural and socioeconomic settings

Program Learning Outcome (PLO)

The diploma program aims to develop professionals who can:

  • Conduct health assessments, administer vaccines, provide prenatal and postnatal care, and conduct health education sessions
  • Conduct House-to-House visits to deliver vaccination services, health and hygiene education
  • Immunize children and women against vaccine-preventable diseases in line with EPI protocols
  • Provide basic nursing care and emergency obstetric services
  • Maintain accurate health records and patient documentation
  • Collaborate effectively with healthcare teams and community leaders
  • Educate families and communities about health promotion and disease prevention
  • Follow infection control protocols and maintain sterile techniques
  • Identify high-risk pregnancies and make appropriate referrals
  • Support family planning and reproductive health initiatives

Matric with Science 45% Marks



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Program Summary
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First Year

Fee Heads First Year Fee (Rs)
Admission Fee 10,000
Registration Fee 5,000
Tuition Fee 70,000
TOTAL FEE 85,000

Second Year

Fee Heads Second Year Fee (Rs)
Tuition Fee 90,000
TOTAL FEE 90,000