To becoming a nurse in Kano State, there are several reputable nursing schools to consider for your training and education.
1. Kano State School of Nursing
The Kano State School of Nursing offers a 3-year basic nursing program leading to the Registered Nursing (RN) credential. They have a high success rate for the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria licensing exam. The school has modern facilities and highly qualified lecturers. Admission requires 5 credits in WASSCE/NECO including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry & Biology at not more than two sittings.
2. Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital School of Post Basic Nursing Studies
For licensed RNs pursuing advanced certifications, the Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital School of Post Basic Nursing Studies provides quality education and practical experience. They offer post-basic programs in Midwifery, Ophthalmic, Pediatric, Psychiatric, Public Health Nursing and Anesthesia. Admission requires an RN license and a year of work experience.
3. Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital School of Nursing
Affiliated with Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, this school produces skilled and caring nurses and midwives. They offer Basic Nursing, Post-Basic Midwifery and Ophthalmic Nursing programs. Facilities include skill labs, demonstration rooms, a library and more. Admission requires 5 credits in WASSCE/NECO/SSCE/GCE including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
4. Hamdala College of Nursing Sciences (HAMCONS), Medile
Hamdala College of Nursing Sciences (HAMCONS), Medile, Kano is a registered Cooperate Institution with Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria – Established by Decree 89 1979.
It is also a registered entity with cooperate affairs commission under Hamdala Islamic Support Foundation with the CAC registration Number 171440. The institution was registered with other relevant regulatory bodies/Ministries of Health and Tertiary Education in Kano State.
The Objectives of Hamdala College of Nursing Sciences includes: Promotion and availing the youth with learning and development opportunities in health education and technology. Uplift the standard of health care delivery system across the Country and enhanced discipline, professionalism and commitment to excellence in health education services delivery.
5. Dansharif College Of Nursing Sciences Kano
Dansharif College Of Nursing Sciences Kano, is incepted from the lifelong passion and commitment to humanity of the Founder Alh Rabiu Dansharif, this is to respond to the demand of quality and affordable health workers specifically Nurses and Midwives in our community. At Dansharif College of Nursing Sciences, our education system inspires the next generation. DCNS is:
- Approved by Nursing & Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
- Affiliated to World Standard Universities.
- Students Clinical Experience from Renowned Hospitals.
Programmes Offered Are Dansharif College Of Nursing Sciences Kano:
1. Basic Nursing
Candidates for admission into Basic Midwifery Programme must possess the senior secondary school certificate or its equivalent with credit in at least five (5) subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and Mathematics at not more than two (2) sittings.
2. Basic Midwifery
Candidates for admission into Basic Midwifery Programme must possess the senior secondary school certificate or its equivalent with credit in at least five (5) subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and Mathematics at not more than two (2) sittings.
3. Community Nursing
Candidate for admission into Community Nursing Programme must possess the senior secondary certificate or its equivalent with five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology at not more 2 sitting (NECO-NECO or WAEC-WAEC).
4. Community Midwifery
Candidates for admission into Community Midwifery Programme must possess the senior secondary school certificate or its equivalent with credit in at least five (5) subjects i.e. Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and Mathematics at not more than two (2) sittings.
6. Aminu Dabo College of Nursing and Midwifery, Kano
Phone: 070-4280-0003, 070-4280-0004, 070-4280-0005
Website address: https://adcons.edu.ng
i) You are expected to enter not more than two sittings of O’level Examination results
ii) You are expected to enter grade details of relevant O’level results (SSCE/WAEC etc)
iii) You are also required to specify the centre number and exam number of all the results you have entered.
7. Emirate College Of Nursing Sciences (ECONS), Kano
This is a private school you can easily secure her admission
School fee around 300k for first year.
8. Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano
Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) is a large private university situated in the ancient commercial city of Kano State of Nigeria.
Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano is fully licensed and accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
MAAUN is well-equipped with the State – of – the – Art facilities, experienced faculties, ideal and flexible learning environment. Furthermore, the academic programs are robust and enriched with real-world working experience, career prospects, multicultural experiences in tandem with the global best practice.
At the moment, the University runs 19 undergraduate programs in five schools – Computing, Health Sciences, Nursing Science, School of Law, Social and Management Sciences.
MAAUN is located at No. 5 Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo Road, Hotoro – Nassarawa, GRA Kano.
With opportunities at reputable institutions, Kano State has options for those aspiring to join the nursing profession or build upon their current nursing career. By choosing an accredited nursing school, you will receive a high quality education to prepare you for licensing and a rewarding career helping others.