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Community Health (CHEW)

Graduates work as Community Health Extension Workers, delivering primary healthcare, maternal and child health services, and basic treatment in rural and semi-urban health posts.

Community Health (CHEW)

Programme overview

Primary healthcare delivery at the community level — prevention, treatment and health education. The Diploma in Community Health Extension Workers runs over two years with a strong emphasis on supervised practical work, laboratory sessions and real placements, aligned with national standards.

Entry requirements

• SSCE / NECO / GCE with at least 4 credits including English and a science subject. • Completed application form (₦8,500) with proof of payment. • Birth certificate / declaration of age and two passport photographs.