Program Overview:
Award: Diploma in Community Health Extension Work
Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
Mode: In-person and/or blended learning (where available)
Level: Technician-level qualification
Entry Requirements:
Five (5) O’Level Credits including:
English Language
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry or Physics
One other relevant subject
No JAMB required for direct entry into year one
Age Requirement: Minimum of 16 years
Key Areas of Study:
Primary Health Care (PHC)
Health Education & Promotion
Disease Prevention & Control
Maternal, Newborn and Child Health
Environmental and Occupational Health
Community Nutrition
Immunization Practices
Basic Medical and Clinical Skills
Health Information and Data Management
Family Planning and Reproductive Health
Career Opportunities:
Graduates can work as Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) in:
Primary health centres
Local government health departments
Public and private hospitals
NGOs and international health projects
Community-based health programs
Licensing and Regulation:
Regulatory Body: Community Health Practitioners Registration Board of Nigeria (CHPRBN)
Licensing Requirement: Registration with CHPRBN is mandatory for practice. Licensing is granted after passing the national qualifying examination.
Pathway for Further Study:
Graduates may proceed to:
Higher Diploma in Community Health
BSc in Public Health, Health Education or related fields
Nursing or Environmental Health (with bridging if applicable)
