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Are you eager to embark on a career in health technology? Wondering where to find a comprehensive program that fits your aspirations? Look no further than the Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa, where the admission forms for the 2024/2025 academic session are now available online. This is your chance to join a lively community of future health professionals.

Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa (KWACOTECH) Admission Form

In an era where the health sector’s dynamism and complexity are at an all-time high, the importance of receiving a top-tier education cannot be overstated. The Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa, stands as a beacon of excellence in this sector, offering a wide array of programmes tailored to equip the next generation of health professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel. As the 2024/2025 academic session beckons, the College is pleased to announce the availability of its admission forms online, opening doors for aspiring health professionals to make their mark in the world.

Start Date	14th February 2024
Application Fee	N15,000.00
Apply Online	Yes, via portal
Programmes Offered	Community Health, Dental Health, and more
Enquiries	08105211246 (9am-2pm weekdays)
✉️ Email	Available for contact
Requirements	5 Credits in relevant subjects
HND Programmes	Environmental Health, Health Info Management, etc.

Programme Offerings and Entry Requirements

Community Health

Programs:
- CHEW (Community Health Extension Worker)
- NDCH (National Diploma Community Health)
- JCHEW (Junior Community Health Extension Worker)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC, GCE, or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Dental Health

Programs:
- DST (Dental Surgery Technician)
- DHT (Dental Health Technology)
- Dental Therapy
Requirements for Admission into DST/DHT:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits pass in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Environmental Health Science

Programs:
- EHT (Environmental Health Technician)
  - Requirements for Admission:
    - NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
    - Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
- EVT (Diploma Environmental Technician), ND and HND Environmental Technology
  - Requirements for Admission:
    - GCE, NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
    - Four (4) Credits in: English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Credit or Pass in Mathematics

Health Information Management

Programs:
- NDHIM (National Diploma Health Information Management)
- HNDHIM (Higher National Diploma Health Information Management)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC, GCE or NABTEB
- A minimum of Five (5) Credits which must include: English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Health Science, Physics/Chemistry, and any subject chosen from Economics, Geography, Religious Knowledge, and Nigerian Language

Medical Laboratory

Programs:
- MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, GCE, WAEC or NABTEB
- Four (4) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Credit or Pass in Physics

Public Health Nursing

Programs:
- PHN (HND) (Public Health Nursing)
- PHTEC (Public Health Technician)
Requirements for Admission:
- GCE, NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Bio-Medical Engineering

Programs:
- BMT (Bio Medical Technology)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Orthopaedic

Programs:
- OCT (Orthopaedic Cast Technician)
- POT (Prosthetics Orthotics Technician)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Health Education

Programs:
- HET (Health Education Technician)
Requirements:
- Four (4) Credits in NECO, WAEC or NABTEB: Mathematics, English, Biology/Health Science, Economics, + any other one in Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Agricultural Science

Dispensing Opticianry

Programs:
- NDDOP (ND Dispensing Opticianry)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

X-Ray and Medical Imaging

Programs:
- X-Ray Technician
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Community Nutrition

Programs:
- CNT (Community Nutrition Technician)
- NDND (ND Nutrition and Dietetics)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Pharmacy

Programs:
- PHT (Pharmacy Technician)
Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Diploma in Epidemiology (DEP)

Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Diploma in Medical Emergencies (DME)

Requirements for Admission:
- NECO, WAEC or NABTEB
- Five (5) Credits in: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Higher National Diploma Programmes (HND)

Admissions are now open for the following courses:

HND Environmental Health Technology
HND Health Information Management
HND Community Health
HND Dental Health Technology

Admission Requirements

Prospective candidates must have successfully completed the National Diploma (ND) programme in a relevant field, achieving at least a lower second-class pass in their final assessments.

Additionally, candidates must have:

Five (5) GCSE passes at Grade C or above in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry.
Proof of completing a one-year work placement from a recognised institution.

Duration

The programme spans four (4) semesters, equating to two (2) academic years, which includes a practical attachment period.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sanctioned a refresher course for Pharmacy Technicians who qualified before 2017 from any PCN-accredited College of Health Technology in Nigeria. This is to obtain a Certified Pharmacy Technician Certificate, which is necessary for direct entry admission into the faculty of pharmacy/pharmaceutical sciences at any Nigerian University offering the course.

Remedial Studies

The remedial programme is designed to address deficiencies in O’Level results.

Applications are welcomed from suitable candidates for remedial studies at the college. The aim is to prepare candidates for guaranteed admission into any course of study at the college.

Admission into the College of Health Technology Offa is guaranteed upon successful completion of the remedial programme, provided candidates:

Achieve a minimum of 2.0 CGPA from O’Level subjects taken at the college.
Address all necessary O’Level deficiencies.

Successful candidates will then be allocated to courses of their choice.

Duration: 6 months

Application Process

Application forms for the 2024/2025 academic session are available online, with a non-refundable fee of Fifteen Thousand Naira (N15,000.00). Payments are securely processed via ATM cards on the College’s portal. For detailed payment instructions and to apply online, interested candidates can visit the official application portal.

Should you have any enquiries, the admission office is available from 9 am to 2 pm on weekdays at 08105211246 or via email. This opportunity not only opens a pathway to a rewarding career in health technology but also aligns with your aspirations for a brighter future in the health sector.

Embark on your journey towards becoming a distinguished health professional with Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa. Your future in the health sector starts here.