A globally needed profession
Nursing is the single highest-demand profession globally. The UK, USA, Canada, Germany, and Gulf states are running active campaigns to hire Pakistani nurses with sponsored visas.
Nursing Sciences
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Course Rawalpindi
2-year nursing assistant diploma with global hiring pathways. UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Saudi Arabia all actively recruit Pakistani nurses.
2 years program
Open to all
PNC / NEBP Lahore
Program overview
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
2 years program
Nursing is the single highest-demand profession globally. The UK, USA, Canada, Germany, and Gulf states are running active campaigns to hire Pakistani nurses with sponsored visas.
Eligibility
- Education
- Matric or FSc (any subjects)
- Minimum marks
- 50% or higher
- Age
- 18–33 years
- Gender
- Open to all
- Domicile
- Punjab domicile required
Fee Structure
- Admission (one-time)
- Rs 20,000
- discount available
- Monthly fee
- Rs 10,000
- Council registration
- Rs 11,000
- at the registration time
- Board registration
- Rs 9,000
- after the registration fee
- Examination fee
- Rs 10,000
- near exams
Note: PNC registration Rs 11,000. NEBP Lahore exam-board fee Rs 10,000. Board examination Rs 10,000.
Why Choose CNA at EIRA?
Broad clinical pathways
Inside Pakistan, CNAs work across hospital wards, ICUs, ERs, pediatric, surgical, and rehabilitation units. For FSc graduates, the diploma can also open a pathway toward BSc Nursing (matric-entry CNA alone is not a direct BSc Nursing route).
Practice-ready nursing skills
EIRA's CNA curriculum covers fundamentals of nursing, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical rotations — preparing graduates for both Pakistani jobs and international licensing exams.
Career Opportunities After CNA
Hospital
Hospital nursing floors — medical-surgical, pediatric, ICU, ER
Abroad
UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Gulf nursing recruitment programs
Private Sector
Nursing homes, long-term care, hospice and rehabilitation
Private Sector
Home healthcare and private-duty nursing
Private Sector
Psychiatric, military, school, and correctional-facility nursing roles
Hospital
For FSc graduates: pathway to BSc Nursing and specialist certifications (not a direct route for Matric-entry CNA)
What You Will Learn
Year 1 — Foundation
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Microbiology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology
- English-I
- Islamiyat
- Bedside skills — vital signs, ADLs, infection control
- Hospital orientation rotations
Year 2 — Clinical & Advanced
- Medical & Surgical Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Research Methods & Biostatistics
- Patient advocacy, safety, communication
- English-II
- Hospital clinical rotations & board exam prep
Frequently Asked Questions — CNA
What is a CNA course and what does a nursing assistant do?
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides bedside patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors — vital signs, daily care, mobility assistance, infection control, and documentation. The 2-year CNA diploma is the entry credential into the global nursing workforce.
Can I work abroad after CNA in UK, USA, Canada, or Germany?
Yes. CNA is the foundation credential. After CNA + experience, candidates apply through licensing pathways: NMC (UK), NCLEX (USA), CNO (Canada), Anerkennung (Germany), Saudi Prometric (Gulf). All these countries run sponsored hiring programs targeting Pakistani nurses.
What is the CNA fee at EIRA Institute Rawalpindi?
CNA admission fee is Rs 20,000 (one-time) and monthly fee is Rs 10,000. Council/board fees: PNC registration Rs 11,000, NEBP Lahore exam-board Rs 10,000, board examination Rs 10,000.
What is the eligibility for CNA at EIRA?
Matric or FSc with any subjects, minimum 50% marks, age 18–33 years, Punjab domicile required (for current intake). Open to all genders.
Is the CNA diploma recognized for government nursing jobs in Punjab?
Yes — EIRA CNA students register with PNC and sit the NEBP Lahore exam. The diploma is recognized for government hospital, BHU, and private nursing postings across Punjab.
Can I do BSc Nursing after CNA?
It depends on your prior education. FSc graduates who complete CNA can more readily progress to BSc Nursing at recognized nursing colleges. Matric-entry CNA graduates typically need an FSc (or an equivalent bridge/eligibility path) before BSc Nursing — CNA alone after Matric is not a direct BSc Nursing route.
Ready to start your CNA career?
Pre-register for the 2026 intake or get a free personalized recommendation from EIRA Advice.