Although, Bauchi might not be like other states that have many schools of nursing. Trust me, Bauchi State is good. For those asking if there are schools of nursing in Bauchi.
Here is the list of the nursing schools in Bauchi State:
1. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital Nursing Training Institution
The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital is a tertiary hospital affiliated with ATBU. The hospital is also a learning center where medical professionals are trained. The ATBUTH has a school of Nursing where Nursing programs like Basic midwifery, Basic Nursing, and other advanced Nursing courses are offered. The school is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria. The school is owned and controlled by the governing body of the university. The College of Nursing Sciences, ATBU Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, remains a premier institution for aspiring midwifery professionals. Whether you are just starting your journey or are a community midwife seeking further accreditation, the College offers programmes tailored for excellence.
Under this institution, we have the following:
a. COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES, School of Nursing, ATBU, Bauchi
LOCATION: 8RQ9+H43, Hospital Road off, Yandoka Rd, 740101, Bauchi
Admission Requirements:
Potential candidates must have the following requirements before he/she can be considered:
- Candidates must have five credits in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics in NECO, WAEC, or NABTEB in not more than two sittings. NABTEB can only be combined with NABTEB.
- Candidate must have written UME exams and got the required point that will be determined by JAMB.
- Candidates applying for admission must be above the age of 16 years.
Does college of nursing sciences, School of Nursing, ATBU, Bauchi require Jamb?
Yes, it requires you to write and have a good grade in Jamb before they can offer you admission.
b. School of Basic Midwifery, ATBU, Bauchi
Admission Requirements:
- Candidates applying for Basic Midwifery must have five Credits in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics in NECO, WAEC, or NABTEB, and should not be from more than two sittings. NABTEB results can only be combined with other NABTEB results.
For Direct Entry Basic Midwifery for Community Midwives:
- In addition to the aforementioned basic requirements, candidates aspiring for direct entry must have an active registration as a Community Midwife.
Does the School of Basic Midwifery, ATBU, Bauchi require Jamb?
Yes, it requires you to write and have a good grade in Jamb before they can offer you admission.
c. Community Midwifery Program ATBU, Bauchi SOPBN (Peri-operative)
Admission Requirements:
- Candidates must be a registered Nurse with a current practising licence
- Must possess five credits In WAEC or NECO in not more than two sittings, to include English Language. Mathematics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry. NABTEB must be combined with NABTEB only.
2. Aliko Dangote College of Nursing Sciences, Bauchi
Aliko Dangote College of Nursing Sciences Bauchi was established in the year 2010 following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Civilian administration of Malam (Dr.) Isah Yuguda after cedi g the former Schools of Nursing and Midwifery to the Federal Government. Bauchi State House of Assembly passed the law establishing the College which was assented by the then Governor on 30th January, 2011. The College started operation in September 2013, following the appointment of the Governing Council.
The College runs the following programmes and other health related courses, among which are
- General Nursing
- General Midwifery and
- Community Midwifery
The College obtained its provisional accreditation in October 2019 from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
General Nursing
The goal of Nursing over the years has been to contribute to the health of individuals and the entire society. Initially, nursing had concentrated on the care and comfort of the ill and injured, but as a result of advances in health sciences, the emphasis is now placed on protective, preventive and rehabilitative care.
The Basic Nursing education Programme is therefore geared towards the learning needs of students, health needs of the community and society. The Programme forms the basis for the practice of nursing and continuing education in the discipline of nursing.
Basic & Community Midwifery
The curriculum for this programme is specifically designed for the training of midwives, who are critical to the delivery of safe maternal and child health services at the community level. The midwife is capable of functioning in all areas of the health care delivery system.
The Basic Midwifery Programme is aimed at producing practitioners who are able to make independent judgments, manage normal midwifery, provide appropriate care including family planning, and refer individuals with high-risk pregnancies and complications to other levels of health care.
Admission Requirements For General Nursing and General Midwifery
Candidates for admission into the General Nursing Education programme must:
- Possess the senior secondary school certificate (WAEC or NECO), with minimum of Five (5) credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry at no more than Two (2) sittings.
- Candidates applying for the Post Basic Programme must be a qualified registered Midwife or Mental Health Nurse in addition to the above basic requirements.
The General Nursing Programme is a 3-calendar year (6 semesters) programme of study.
Admission Requirements For Community Midwifery
Candidates for admission into the Bauchi State Community Midwifery Programme must:
- Possess Senior Secondary School Certificate with at least Credits in English and Biology or Health Science and three (3) passes in any O-level subjects at no more than two (2) sittings. Applicants are allowed to combine WAEC and NECO results.
- Candidates for the Community Midwife Programme must be residential within her Local Government of origin.
- Minimum age for admission is 18 years.
- Maximum age for admission is 35 years.
The Community Midwifery program is an 18-month Programme of study.
Does Aliko Dangote College of Nursing Sciences, Bauchi require Jamb?
It depends on the program. As for ND-HND Nursing, yes, they require Jamb.
How much are the School fees for the School of Nursing Bauchi?
Nursing Sciences is a very expensive course almost all over the world. School fees for Bauchi Schools of Nursing can be estimated to be around 120,000 or more.
Does Aliko Dangote College of Nursing Sciences, Bauchi offer Nursing?
Yes, they do.