Healthcare & Medical Training Programmes
Whether you're preparing for the MDCN Assessment Examination, building practical healthcare skills, or advancing your professional capabilities, MedScholar Academy offers structured, career-focused training designed to help you succeed.
Medical Licensing Preparation
Structured preparation for foreign-trained medical doctors preparing for the MDCN Assessment Examination.
🩺 MDCN Regular Programme
MDCN Regular Programme
Structured group-based preparation for foreign-trained medical doctors preparing for the MDCN Assessment Examination.
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🩺 MDCN Private Coaching
MDCN Private Coaching
Personalised MDCN preparation for individuals and small groups seeking flexible scheduling and focused academic support.
View Programme →Healthcare Professional Training
Practical healthcare training programmes designed to develop essential knowledge, skills and professional competencies.
Caregiving
Caregiving
Foundational training in personal and non-medical care for individuals who want to provide compassionate support to those in need.
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Geriatric & Palliative Care
Geriatric & Palliative Care
Specialised training in elderly, geriatric, palliative and end-of-life care.
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Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Comprehensive training in patient care and healthcare support for a range of healthcare settings.
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Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant
Professional healthcare support training for opportunities in countries where the Nursing Assistant role exists.
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Mental Health Assistant
Mental Health Assistant
Training to support mental health professionals with patient care, emotional support and daily activities under supervision.
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Laboratory Assistant
Laboratory Assistant
Practical training in specimen collection, sample preparation, laboratory safety and basic laboratory support.
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Phlebotomy Technician
Phlebotomy Technician
Practical training in blood collection, specimen handling, patient preparation and safe phlebotomy practice.
View Programme →Professional Skills & Short Courses
Practical short-format training designed to build essential healthcare, safety and community-support skills.
First Aid & CPR Training
First Aid & CPR Training
Hands-on training in CPR, first aid and emergency response for common medical emergencies.
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Short Professional Courses
Short Professional Courses
Two-day practical courses for caregivers, beginners, schools and allied professionals.
Explore Short Courses →Programme Combinations
Accelerated Course Combinations
Complete two or more complementary healthcare programmes through one structured training pathway.
- Caregiving & Phlebotomy
- Healthcare Assistant & Phlebotomy
- Nursing Assistant & Phlebotomy
- Caregiving & Nursing Assistant
- Caregiving + Nursing Assistant + Phlebotomy
Programme Requirements
🎓 Healthcare Training Programmes
- Healthcare Assistant
- Nursing Assistant
- Caregiving
- Geriatric & Palliative Care
- Laboratory Assistant
- Mental Health Assistant
- Phlebotomy Technician
✅ General Entry Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics (WAEC, NECO or equivalent).
- Good proficiency in English communication.
- Geriatric & Palliative Care applicants should have an appropriate healthcare background where applicable.
🩺 MDCN Preparatory Programme
For foreign-trained medical doctors preparing for the MDCN Assessment Examination.
🚑 First Aid & CPR Training
Open to all applicants. No previous healthcare background is required.
General Information
Application
Application Fee: ₦5,000
Attendance
A minimum of 80% attendance is required to qualify for the final examination and graduation for applicable programmes.
Internship
Clinical internship is mandatory for applicable programmes and may be completed at a MedScholar Academy partner hospital or another approved healthcare facility.
⚠ Important Notice
Healthcare support training programmes do not by themselves qualify graduates as registered nurses, medical doctors, medical laboratory scientists or other licensed healthcare professionals. Professional practice is subject to the laws, regulations and requirements of the country and role in which the graduate intends to work.