Part-time nursing programs allows individuals who cannot commit to full-time study due to personal challenges do so easily. Most part-time programs offer evening classes or weekend classes for students to be convenient while learning.
Well, if you’re one of those who intend to pursue a part-time nursing program at a Nigerian polytechnic, then you’re at the right place.
In this blog post, you’ll be reading a thorough guide on how to apply for part-time nursing programs in Nigerian polytechnics. Let’s begin by outlining the basic requirements that you should possess to apply.
Requirements To Apply For Part-time Nursing Programs in Nigerian Polytechnics
Here are the requirements to meet to he able to apply for part-time nursing program in Nigerian Polytechnics:
1. O Level Requirements
Candidates who are interested in applying for a nursing program must ensure that they possess O Level credits in 5 relevant subjects in not more than two sittings.
Here are the relevant subjects:
• Mathematics
• English Language
• Biology
• Physics
• Chemistry.
2. JAMB Requirements
Those who apply to take part-time program in nursing should ensure that they meet the JAMB cutoff mark required for the institution. This cutoff mark ranges from 120 — 400. Each polytechnic cutoff mark ranges from the other. Private polytechnics may even admit students with JAMB Score of 100.
3. Age Requirements
You must ensure that you’re up to 16 years of age before the period of admissions begin. Many polytechnic would ensure that this box is ticked before granting admission to any candidate.
List of Nigerian Polytechnics Offering Part-time Nursing Programs
There are many polytechnics in Nigeria that offer part-time nursing programs. Here is a list of top Nigerian polytechnics offering part-time nursing programs:
• Federal Polytechnic, Oko
• Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro
• Federal Polytechnic, Bida
• Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi
• Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Sciences.
• Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo
• Lagos State Polytechnic
• Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
• Federal Polytechnic, Nekede
• Niger State Polytechnic
• Abubakar Tatari Polytechnic
• Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo
• Federal Polytechnic, Offa
• Federal Polytechnic, Ede
• Isa Mustapha Agwai Polytechnic
• Niger State Polytechnic
• Abubakar Tatari Polytechnic
• Plateau State Polytechnic
• Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic
• Federal Polytechnic Bida
• Niger State Polytechnic
• Abubakar Tatari Polytechnic
• Yaba College of Technology
• Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic.
Now that you’ve seen the various polytechnics that offer part-time nursing program in Nigeria, let’s consider the step by step procedure in applying for this program.
How To Apply for Part-time Nursing Programs in Nigerian Polytechnics
Follow this step-by-step guide to apply for part-time nursing programs in Nigerian polytechnics:
Step 1. Select A Polytechnic
On the list above, select a polytechnic of your choice. You could also make your personal research and select a polytechnic of your choice that is out of the above list.
In selecting a polytechnic that you want to study at, it is important that you select a polytechnic whose accreditation status has been verified at the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) to ensure they meet the necessary standards.
This accreditation status is important in order for you to be properly certified and identified as a nurse upon your graduation from the polytechnic.
In addition, kindly lookout for other factors such as the location of the polytechnic, tuition fees per semester and per session and also the program duration.
Some polytechnic may offer a one-year or two years academic calendar for part-time nursing program. Ensure that you are sure of all of this factors before applying for the part-time nursing program.
Step 2. Obtain The Application Form
After you have selected your desired polytechnic, the next thing to do is to obtain the application form of the polytechnic. This can be obtained at the official website of the chosen polytechnic. To download, navigate to the “Admissions” section of the websites and download the application form.
Alternatively, you could also pick up the application form from admissions office at your polytechnic. Asides from this two places, downloading the application form elsewhere could lead to a denied application.
It is important to note that this process may require you to pay a fee which could be done online or via bank payment.
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Step 3. Fill Out The Application Form
After downloading the form, the next step will be to fill it. It is advised that you only fill this form with correct information about yourself. On the form, you’ll be asked to enter information such as Full Name, State of Origin, O Level details, JAMB Score and many others. Also, ensure that you have handy document such as:
• O’Level results.
• Birth certificate or age declaration.
• Passport photographs.
• Proof of identification.
Ensure that your O Level results are completely uploaded the JAMB efacility portal before filling out the application form for your institution.
Step 4. Submit Your Information
Once you have entered your information, the next step would be to submit your information. In most institution’s official website, there usually a button labelled, “Submit”. You can tap on the button to submit your details. After doing this, wait for the official admission list to be published.
Conclusion
That’s everything you need to know about how to apply for part-time nursing programs in Nigerian polytechnics. However, if you have any questions, drop a comment under this post.
