About the College

General information

How the College works, in one place: our vision, mission and values, how to apply and register, the mode and duration of study, what the fees cover, and the people who lead the teaching.

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Purpose and direction

Our vision

To be the premier centre for academic excellence in professional nursing education.

Our mission

Committed to providing excellent education and research.

Guiding beliefs

Our philosophy

We believe:

  • That health is a dynamic state or process of being or becoming a whole person. All people are created equal, and each possesses unique qualities and abilities. A person is a total human being wholly integrated physically, psychologically, socially and spiritually. Each person deserves respect according to his/her beliefs.
  • That Nursing Education is a dynamic process, responsive to the ever changing needs of the society. It is based upon sound principles that provide an environment conducive to enhancing a learner’s individual potential. Nursing Education reflects and is influenced by personal, professional and ethical standards that guide the attitudes and behavior of the individual.
  • That self-directed learning should be encouraged and collaboration between teaching and clinical staff enhanced.
  • That all nurses and other professionals have a right of access to continuing education to enable them be effective professionals.
What we stand for

Our core values

We embrace the following core values:

Student engagement

Students are involved in positive activities that lead to enthusiasm and dedication to training.

Collaboration

We recognise that we cannot thrive without others’ strengths. Therefore, we listen and support each other, building partnerships, evolving together towards a common goal.

Trustworthy

We seek to build trust, to be dependable, faithful, easily accessible and reliable. We endeavour to offer high quality training, consistently, and to do our very best for each and every client.

Compassionate

We always empathise with others, showing them love and care, selflessly doing things to help.

Innovation

We continuously seek to improve and deliver excellence in training. We welcome new ideas and we challenge each other to be the best at what we do.

Admissions

Application procedure

All applicants must complete the College application form and submit it, with all supporting documents showing their qualifications, through the online application page. Application forms shall be processed only upon receipt of the stipulated non-refundable application fee. After processing the application documents, the prospective student will be subjected to both a written and verbal interview to determine suitability for the course. Upon completion of the interview, the Principal shall communicate the decision in writing to all applicants.

Authenticity of documents. The applicant is responsible for the authenticity of any documents submitted for the purpose of securing admission. Should such documents be proved at any time to be fraudulent, admission will be nullified and/or certificates issued on the basis of such documents shall be withdrawn and cancelled.

Registration

Registration of students is done twice a year, in March and September. A new student is registered into the programme after making payment of all the requisite fees.

Applicants admitted are required to have the official letter of admission together with the original copies of certificates and testimonials at the time of registration.

Upon admission into the programme the student is then assigned an Admission Number.

IntakesTwice a year — March and September (Diploma in Community Health Nursing)

Mode and duration of study

The mode of study is fulltime and/or as guided by the specific curriculum. Each curriculum dictates the process by which learning will take place in each trimester.

Fees

The school charges competitive fees in an effort to make higher education affordable. The tuition fee is determined on the basis of the requirements of the programme.

Other fees cover the cost of management and development of the School such as registration, examinations, instruction, supervision, educational trips, library, students’ activities, computer lab/internet and medical fee.

All charged fees shall be paid in to the institution’s account and receipted. The School reserves the right to review the fees as and when it deems necessary.

Who leads the teaching

Leadership

The College is led by the Principal, supported by the Head of Academics, the Head of Clinicals and the teaching and support staff.

Ready to take the next step?

Applications for the Diploma in Community Health Nursing are processed year-round for the March and September intakes. Intake dates for other programmes are confirmed by the admissions team.