Professional Diploma
Community Health Extension Workers (CHEW)
Trains frontline health workers who deliver primary clinical care and drive grassroots health campaigns across underserved communities.
Apply for this programme 3 years full-time
Core Duties & Training Focus
- Providing essential primary clinical care
- conducting maternal and child health services (immunizations, antenatal care, family planning)
- managing minor illnesses
- and coordinating grassroots health campaigns.
Where Graduates Work
Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs), local government health departments, general and teaching hospitals, and community-focused NGOs.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of five (5) credits including English Language and Mathematics in WAEC, NECO or NABTEB (SSCE), or equivalent qualifications. Exact requirements are confirmed during application review — the admissions team will contact you if any documentation is outstanding.