Dr. Ibtihal Al-Naimat Participates in an International Training Programme in China, Highlighting Health and Nursing Education in Jordan and Opportunities for Academic and Technological Collaboration
Dr. Ibtihal Al-Naimat, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at Princess Aisha Bint Al-Hussein College of Nursing, Al-Hussein Bin Talal University, participated in the international training and academic programme entitled *“The Key Technologies for the Global Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of Syphilis and Hepatitis B”* in the People’s Republic of China. The programme included lectures on paediatric diseases and specialised health topics, field visits, and participation in scientific conferences, aiming to facilitate the exchange of expertise and provide insights into the latest developments in healthcare and medical technology.
The programme included visits and training activities at **Hunan Children’s Hospital**, where participants explored approaches to paediatric healthcare delivery, the organisation of therapeutic services, and the applications of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in paediatric care and treatment as practised at the hospital.
Participants also learned about the use of advanced technologies in pharmaceutical service management, including the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics to organise medication distribution processes, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and the accuracy of healthcare delivery. The programme also included a visit to the hospital’s research centre.
Additional visits were organised to Shenzhen and to **YHLO and Cloudbase**, where participants explored technological advancements and opportunities for collaboration in the medical and engineering fields. During meetings with representatives of the Chinese companies, Dr. Al-Naimat discussed opportunities to establish future partnerships with Jordanian universities and hospitals. These partnerships could support the adoption of modern medical technologies and contribute to the development of health education, professional training, and patient care services.
Dr. Al-Naimat also participated in several scientific events, most notably the *9th Forum on Children's Health for Developing Countries*, the *Exchange Meeting on High-Quality Development of National Regional Children's Medical Center*, and the *Public-Oriented First-Aid Knowledge and Skills Training Course*.
As part of the programme, Dr. Al-Naimat delivered a presentation on the current state of health and nursing education in Jordan. The presentation outlined the national health education system, academic programmes, and various specialisations, highlighting the ongoing developments in the Kingdom’s healthcare and education sectors.
The presentation also highlighted the major achievements and advancements of the **Jordanian Nursing Council** in nursing education, nursing specialisations, simulation-based education, continuing education, and professional development. It also emphasised the Council’s role in supporting the quality of nursing education and practice and advancing the competencies of the national nursing workforce.
Furthermore, the presentation underscored the importance of nursing education in keeping pace with the rapid transformations in healthcare. It emphasised the need to strengthen integration between academic education, clinical practice, and modern technology to prepare nursing professionals capable of delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care that responds to patients’ needs and experiences.
Dr. Al-Naimat’s participation highlighted the importance of international training programmes in broadening knowledge, advancing professional development, strengthening communication with academic and healthcare institutions and technology companies, and exploring international experiences that could be adapted to support the development of Jordan’s healthcare sector.
This participation aligns with the strategic directions of **Princess Aisha Bint Al-Hussein College of Nursing and Al-Hussein Bin Talal University** to promote academic openness, strengthen international collaboration, facilitate the exchange of expertise, and connect education with the latest scientific and technological developments. These efforts contribute to the advancement of educational and training programmes and create new opportunities for partnerships and innovation in health and nursing education and healthcare delivery.