Nursing
Below are the Various Nursing Certificates Available for Registration
Head Of Department
Welcome to Department of Nursing!
Nursing is a noble and rewarding profession that plays a vital role in healthcare. As a nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Our curriculum is designed to cover a wide range of nursing concepts and practices, including anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, patient assessment, medical-surgical nursing, pediatric nursing, psychiatric nursing, and community health nursing. Through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory simulations, and hands-on clinical experiences, we aim to prepare our students for the diverse challenges and responsibilities they will face in their nursing careers.
As a student in our department, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including simulation labs and clinical practice settings, where you can apply your knowledge and skills in a controlled environment. Our partnerships with healthcare institutions provide opportunities for clinical rotations, allowing you to gain real-world experience and work alongside experienced healthcare professionals.
The objective of training in nursing is to provide individuals with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to become competent and compassionate healthcare professionals. Here are some key objectives of nursing training:
Develop Clinical Competence: The primary objective of nursing training is to develop clinical competence in various healthcare settings. This includes acquiring knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and other medical sciences. Training focuses on developing skills in patient assessment, nursing interventions, medication administration, wound care, and other essential clinical procedures.
Foster Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Skills: Nursing training aims to foster critical thinking skills that enable nurses to analyze complex situations, make sound judgments, and provide appropriate nursing care. Nurses are trained to assess patient conditions, identify priorities, anticipate potential complications, and make timely decisions to ensure patient safety and well-being.
Enhance Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication is vital in nursing. Training emphasizes the development of strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling nurses to establish rapport with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Nurses learn to communicate compassionately, actively listen, provide clear instructions, and advocate for their patients’ needs.
Promote Patient-Centered Care: Nursing training focuses on the importance of patient-centered care, recognizing the unique needs, values, and preferences of each individual. Nurses are trained to provide holistic care that respects patients’ dignity, promotes their participation in decision-making, and ensures their physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being.
Cultivate Ethical and Professional Practice: Nursing training instills a strong foundation of ethical principles and professional standards. Nurses learn about ethical dilemmas, confidentiality, informed consent, and maintaining patient privacy and dignity. They also develop professionalism, including accountability, integrity, and a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.
The field of nursing offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals who are trained and qualified as nurses. Here are some of the opportunities available in nursing:
Hospital Nursing: Hospitals are the most common work setting for nurses. In hospitals, nurses work in various departments such as medical-surgical units, critical care units, emergency departments, operating rooms, labor and delivery units, pediatrics, and more. They provide direct patient care, administer medications, monitor patients’ conditions, and collaborate with healthcare teams.
Community Health Nursing: Community health nurses work in community settings such as clinics, public health departments, schools, and home health agencies. They focus on promoting health, preventing diseases, and providing healthcare services to individuals and families in the community. Community health nurses may conduct health assessments, vaccinations, health education, and coordinate care for vulnerable populations.
Nursing Education: Nurses with advanced degrees and specialized training can pursue careers in nursing education. They can work as nursing instructors or professors in nursing schools, colleges, and universities. Nursing educators play a vital role in preparing the next generation of nurses, teaching nursing theory, clinical skills, and guiding students through their nursing education.
Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Nurses interested in research can contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice. They can participate in research studies, conduct research projects, and contribute to scientific publications. Research nurses often work in academic institutions, research organizations, or healthcare facilities with a strong research focus.
Nursing Leadership and Administration: Nurses with leadership skills and management expertise can pursue careers in nursing administration and healthcare management. They can take on roles such as nurse managers, directors of nursing, chief nursing officers, or healthcare administrators. Nursing leaders are responsible for overseeing nursing departments, ensuring quality care, managing budgets, and implementing policies and procedures.
Admission Requirement
- Scan-copy of GCE A/level/Bac or equivalent
- Scan-copy of GCE O/level/Probatoire or equivalent
- Scan-copy of Birth Certificate
- Scan-copy of ID Card
- Equivalence of any foreign certificate/Diploma
- Scan-copy of Grade Report/transcript of first year for students integrating into second year
- A folder with your name and department
- Digital passport size photo shall be taken by FPU upon registration
NB: Applicants must have passed in the GCE A/Level/ in at least two (2) subjects, or equivalent
- Scan-copy of GCE A/level/Bac or equivalent
- Scan-copy of GCE O/level/Probatoire or equivalent
- Scan-copy of Birth Certificate
- Scan-copy of ID Card
- Equivalence of any foreign certificate/Diploma
- Scan-copy of Grade Report/transcript of first year for students integrating into second year
- Receipt of payment of Entrance fee of: 15000FRS
- A folder with your name and department
- Digital passport size photo shall be taken by FPU upon registration
NB: Applicants must have passed in the GCE A/Level/ in at least two (2) subjects, or equivalent
- Scan-copy of BTech transcript
- Scan-copy of HND transcript
- Scan-copy of GCE A/L/BAC & O/level/Probatoire or equivalent
- Scan-copy of Birth Certificate
- Scan-copy of ID Card
- Equivalence of any foreign certificate/Diploma
- A folder with your name and department
- Digital passport size photo shall be taken by FPU upon registration
- Scan-copy of BTech/BSc transcript or equivalent
- Scan-copy of HND transcript if applicable
- Scan-copy of GCE A/L/BAC & O/level/Probatoire or equivalent
- Scan-copy of Birth Certificate
- Scan-copy of ID Card
- Equivalence of any foreign certificate/Diploma
- A folder with your name and department
- Digital passport size photo shall be taken by FPU upon registration
Fee Structure
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