Academics

Curriculum built on NMCN & NBTE standards. Taught by nurses who've been there.

ADCONS operates through four academic departments, delivering six programmes with a revised student handbook (2025) and decentralised committee governance.

Departments

HOD

Nursing

HOD

Midwifery

HOD

Public / Community Health Nursing

HOD

General Studies (G.S.T.)

Programmes

Six pathways.

ND Nursing

Diploma · 2 years

National Diploma programme built on the joint NMCN and NBTE curriculum, with foundational clinical rotations.

HND Nursing

Higher Diploma

Advanced clinical, research and leadership training for graduates progressing from the National Diploma.

General Nursing

Registered Nurse

Traditional registered nurse pathway with intensive ward-based training and NMCN certification.

General Midwifery

Registered Midwife

Comprehensive maternal and newborn care preparation across antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal settings.

Community Midwifery

2 years · New

Community-based maternal health training focused on rural and primary healthcare settings.

Post Basic Nursing

Specialisation

Specialisation pathways for practising registered nurses seeking advanced clinical expertise.

Curriculum & handbook

The college's curriculum is developed from the NMCN and NBTE frameworks for ND / HND. A revised student handbook (2025) governs conduct, academic requirements and expectations.

Committees & records

Administration is decentralised through standing committees. Intact academic and non-academic staff records are maintained by the Registrar's office.

Ready to apply?

Reach the registrar's office for entry requirements and application timelines.

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