Nursing (ND and HND)
Four years. Five qualifications. Trained inside a working hospital.
Our principal nursing pathway takes you from school leaver to registered professional in four years: two years of National Diploma followed by two years of Higher National Diploma. You qualify holding two academic certificates and three professional registrations.
Overview
Most nursing programmes qualify you in one thing. This one qualifies you in three.
Over four years you work towards the National Diploma and Higher National Diploma in Nursing, and alongside them you sit the professional qualifying examinations of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria for Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife and Registered Public Health Nurse.
That combination matters when you start applying for work. A nurse who is also registered in midwifery and public health nursing can take posts in hospital wards, maternity units and community health programmes, rather than being limited to one of the three.
Why Choose SMCCNS for Midwifery?
At Sancta Maria Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, we are committed to excellence in midwifery education. Our program provides:
✅ Accredited & Recognized Curriculum: Approved by NMCN, ensuring top-tier training.
✅ Hands-on Clinical Experience: Practical training in hospitals, maternity clinics, and rural health centers.
✅ Faith-Based Ethical Training: Combining medical expertise with strong moral and ethical values.
✅ Career Opportunities: Graduates are eligible for national licensure exams and employment in hospitals, clinics, and community healthcare.
The SMCCNS story through data
SMCCNS is dedicated to excellence in nursing and midwifery education, producing highly skilled healthcare professionals. With a commitment to quality education, research, and service, SMCCNS shapes the future of nursing and midwifery through data-driven success.
All Work and No Play, They Say, Makes a Dull Midwife!
At Sancta Maria Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, we believe in balancing academic excellence with vibrant social experiences. Our campus is not just about lectures, clinical rotations, and exams, it’s also a hub of fun, friendship, and personal growth!
Program Curriculum & Structure
Our midwifery program blends classroom instruction with clinical practice to develop well-rounded healthcare professionals. Here are some of our curriculum and structure.
Foundational Studies
- Foundation of Nursing/Midwifery
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Microbiology
- Basic Nursing & Midwifery Principles
- Community Health & Nutrition
- English
- Behavioural Science
Clinical & Practical Experience
- Prenatal & Postnatal Care
- Normal Labor & Delivery
- Neonatal & Infant Care
- Emergency Midwifery Procedures
- Mother and Child Health
- Family Planning
Advanced Midwifery & Professional Practice
- Complicated Pregnancies & High-Risk Deliveries
- Obstetric & Gynecological Emergencies
- Medical Surgical nrusing
- Research & Ethics in Midwifery
- Community-Based Midwifery and Public Health
- Nursing Informatics
Admission Requirements & Eligibility
Our Basic Midwifery Program is open to individuals passionate about maternal and newborn health and who meet the following criteria:
Minimum of 5 O’Level credits, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in not more than two sittings.
Must be at least 17 years old at the time of admission and must provide a government issued birth certificate.
Candidates must pass the entrance examination and an oral interview.
Applicants must pay a nonrefundable application fee of 15,200 naira. This is subject to change in the future.
Join the Future of Maternal & Child Healthcare
At Sancta Maria Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, we don’t just teach midwifery, we create compassionate, skilled professionals who make a difference in maternal and newborn care.
Be Part of This Journey Today!
