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Post Basic Nursing

Post Basic Nursing at CONSIT for qualified healthcare professionals seeking advanced clinical competence, leadership, and specialised nursing practice.

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Programme overview

The Post Basic Nursing Programme is designed for qualified healthcare professionals seeking to broaden their nursing knowledge, strengthen clinical competence, and advance their careers in specialized nursing practice.

The programme focuses on advanced nursing concepts, evidence-based practice, healthcare leadership, nursing management, research, ethics, patient safety, quality improvement, and specialized clinical skills that enable graduates to deliver holistic, safe, and high-quality patient care.

Students benefit from structured classroom instruction, supervised clinical experiences, mentorship by experienced nurse educators, simulation-based learning, and continuous professional development opportunities that strengthen clinical decision-making, leadership, and professional competence.

Program highlights

Entry

Qualified Professionals

Focus

Specialised Practice

Curriculum

Advanced Nursing

Department

General Nursing

Post Basic Nursing Programme

Session: Per admission cycle

Why Choose CONSIT for Post Basic Nursing?

At CONSIT, you will be trained by experienced professionals in modern classrooms, simulation laboratories, and accredited clinical facilities designed to provide an excellent learning experience. Our supportive academic environment nurtures competent, confident, ethical, and compassionate nurses who uphold our commitment to Quality Education for Quality Service.

Digital Advantage

Technology is integrated throughout the programme to support learning and professional practice. Students have access to digital learning platforms, online academic resources, virtual learning tools, computer-based assessments, and electronic healthcare systems that prepare them for modern nursing practice.

More details on specialization options, progression pathways, programme requirements, and graduation criteria are available in the CONSIT Student Handbook when you join our great CONSIT community.

Contact us today Entry requirements Department of General Nursing

Core curriculum topics

Evidence-Based Practice
Research, ethics, patient safety, and quality improvement.
Leadership & Management
Healthcare leadership and nursing management competencies.
Specialised Clinical Skills
Advanced clinical skills for holistic, high-quality patient care.

Curriculum

What you'll study

Detailed module lists, clinical posting schedules, and assessment requirements for this Post Basic programme are published in the CONSIT Student Handbook and by the relevant academic department after admission. Course codes are not listed here to avoid publishing incomplete schedules.

Semesters

0

Courses

0

Total units

—

Credit breakdown

Distribution across programme components

Advanced Nursing

Core Modules

Clinical Practice

Supervised Experience

Leadership

Management & Ethics

Assessment

Continuous & Final

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Faculty & leadership

Programme lecturers

Academic and administrative leaders supporting Post Basic Nursing — from college leadership to campus professionals who keep teaching and learning on track.

Team members

4

Leadership

2

Faculty

College of Nursing Sciences

Mrs. Ruth Ita Ebong
Provost

Programme leadership

Mrs. Ruth Ita Ebong

Provost

College leadership overseeing academic standards, student welfare, and the delivery of Post Basic Nursing at CONSIT.

Post Basic NursingDepartment of General Nursing

Academic & administrative support

Staff contributing to programme delivery and student services.

Sir Chief Aji E. Eko KSJIRegistrar

Sir Chief Aji E. Eko KSJI

Registrar

Library

Mr. Monday Enoh

College Librarian

Mr. Eteng ObolAcademic Support

Mr. Eteng Obol

Director of Works

About this directory

Profiles reflect leadership and support staff associated with nursing programmes at CONSIT. Visit the management staff and academic staff pages for the full college directory.

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Requirements & deadlines

Admission is for qualified healthcare professionals seeking to advance in specialised nursing practice. Confirm eligibility and intake windows with the Registrar's office.

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Requirements

3

Application deadline

As announced

Classes begin

As scheduled

How to apply

Four steps from eligibility check to screening

  1. Step 1

    Review requirements

    Confirm you meet academic and document criteria.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare documents

    Gather credentials, ID, and medical fitness reports.

  3. Step 3

    Submit application

    Complete the form and submit required credentials.

  4. Step 4

    Attend screening

    Sit for entrance examination and interview if shortlisted.

Entry requirements

What you need before applying to Post Basic Nursing.

1

Professional Qualifications

  • Applicants must be registered nurses (or meet the professional entry standard published for the specific Post Basic programme).
  • Evidence of current registration/licensing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) where required.
  • Additional programme-specific requirements are published in the CONSIT Student Handbook and admissions notices.
2

Required Documents

  • Completed application form and passport photograph.
  • Certified copies of professional and academic credentials.
  • Local government identification or state of origin certificate.
  • Medical fitness report from a recognised hospital.
3

Application Guidance

  • Contact the Registrar's office for the current Post Basic intake cycle and screening procedures.
  • Programme structure, clinical postings, and certification requirements are detailed in the CONSIT Student Handbook after admission.

Start your application

Choose the pathway that matches your entry level.

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Enquiries
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Enquiries

Contact the Registrar's office for counselling, entry requirements, and application guidance.

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Application deadlines

Key dates for Per admission cycle intake.

Post Basic Programmes

This programme
Session
Per admission cycle
Opens
As announced
Deadline
As announced
Classes begin
As scheduled

Need help with fees?

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