This subject will give an overview of the community care in Sri Lanka. Students will be attached to MOH area to observe the activities in the antenatal clinics, child welfare, and home care. During home visits with midwife they will be collecting information on families with problems and services provided using a simple questionnaire. The student will develop skills in interviewing and developing a simple questionnaire through group discussions and role-play.

The subject introduces students to the concepts and principles of Community Health Nursing practice. The students discuss, factors influencing community care, health promoting and illness preventive measures. It incorporates the basic concepts, principles and scope of epidemiology.