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The National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS) is the premier public health institute in Sri Lanka, with a rich history dating back to its establishment on July 1, 1926. Initially launched as the first health unit in Southeast Asia, located in Kalutara, NIHS has been a cornerstone in the healthcare landscape of Sri Lanka. Its primary mandate is to train health manpower for the nation, while also providing primary healthcare services to the surrounding population.
Over the years, NIHS has evolved and expanded its scope. In 1966, with support from the Ministry of Health, the Government of Australia, WHO, and UNICEF, the training facilities were enhanced, and the centre was named the ‘Institute of Hygiene’. This institute was responsible for training, laboratory, and field preventive health services. By 1979, the Ministry of Health upgraded the Institute of Hygiene to a national-level training institution, renaming it the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS). Since then, NIHS has functioned as a multidisciplinary training institution, catering to the training needs of the Primary Health Care (PHC) workforce in Sri Lanka and serving
as a WHO collaborating training centre.
Given its complex structure, the NIHS operates under the Deputy Director-General (Education, Training, and Research) of the Ministry of Health. The administrative and financial authority rests with the Director of NIHS, supported by two Deputy Directors overseeing Training and Field Services.
Message from the Director
Welcome to the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS), the premier institution for in-service healthcare workforce training in Sri Lanka. Since our establishment in 1968, we have been at the forefront of healthcare education, dedicated to excellence in training healthcare professionals in Southeast Asia.
At NIHS, we are committed to our vision and mission, striving to set new standards in healthcare training and education. Our staff is unwavering in their dedication, working tirelessly to ensure that our programs meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. This commitment drives our institution towards becoming a leading international centre for healthcare training.
Our training programs are designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the evolving challenges of the healthcare sector. We offer a dynamic learning environment that fosters innovation, professional growth, and excellence.
I warmly welcome all participants to experience the best in-service training through the NIHS training programs. We are confident that your time with us will be both enriching and transformative, preparing you to make significant contributions to the healthcare field.
Thank you for choosing NIHS for your professional development. Together, we will continue to advance healthcare education and improve health outcomes in our communities and beyond.
Sincerely,
Dr. K. Nanthakumaran
Director - National Institute of Health Sciences
Contact Information
National Institute of Health Sciences P.O. Box: 28 Nagoda Kalutara
034 2222 264
moplanningnihs@health.gov.lk
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Field Services
Training Unit
Medical Microbiology Laboratory
Public Health Microbiology Laboratory
Public Health Chemical Laboratory
Nursing School
Aluthgama Hospital (Lab)
Darga Town Hospital (Lab)
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The National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS) is the premier public health institute in Sri Lanka, with a rich history dating back to its establishment on July 1, 1926. Initially launched as the first health unit in Southeast Asia, located in Kalutara, NIHS has been a cornerstone in the healthcare landscape of Sri Lanka. Its primary mandate is to train health manpower for the nation, while also providing primary healthcare services to the surrounding population.
Over the years, NIHS has evolved and expanded its scope. In 1966, with support from the Ministry of Health, the Government of Australia, WHO, and UNICEF, the training facilities were enhanced, and the centre was named the ‘Institute of Hygiene’. This institute was responsible for training, laboratory, and field preventive health services. By 1979, the Ministry of Health upgraded the Institute of Hygiene to a national-level training institution, renaming it the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS). Since then, NIHS has functioned as a multidisciplinary training institution, catering to the training needs of the Primary Health Care (PHC) workforce in Sri Lanka and serving
as a WHO collaborating training centre.
Given its complex structure, the NIHS operates under the Deputy Director-General (Education, Training, and Research) of the Ministry of Health. The administrative and financial authority rests with the Director of NIHS, supported by two Deputy Directors overseeing Training and Field Services.
Message from the Director
Welcome to the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS), the premier institution for in-service healthcare workforce training in Sri Lanka. Since our establishment in 1968, we have been at the forefront of healthcare education, dedicated to excellence in training healthcare professionals in Southeast Asia.
At NIHS, we are committed to our vision and mission, striving to set new standards in healthcare training and education. Our staff is unwavering in their dedication, working tirelessly to ensure that our programs meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. This commitment drives our institution towards becoming a leading international centre for healthcare training.
Our training programs are designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the evolving challenges of the healthcare sector. We offer a dynamic learning environment that fosters innovation, professional growth, and excellence.
I warmly welcome all participants to experience the best in-service training through the NIHS training programs. We are confident that your time with us will be both enriching and transformative, preparing you to make significant contributions to the healthcare field.
Thank you for choosing NIHS for your professional development. Together, we will continue to advance healthcare education and improve health outcomes in our communities and beyond.
Sincerely,
Dr. Thamara Kalubovila
Director - National Institute of Health Sciences
Contact Information
- National Institute of Health Sciences P.O. Box: 28 Nagoda Kalutara
- 034 2222 264
- moplanningnihs@health.gov.lk