Our programs
At MedScholar Academy, we provide world-class healthcare and medical training tailored for both Nigerian and international career opportunities. Whether you want to serve in local hospitals or prepare for work abroad, we have a pathway for you.
Your Gateway to MDCN License!
We offer two flexible learning pathways to suit your needs:
Regular Programs (scheduled classes) and Custom Coaching (flexible, personalized sessions).
🤍🩺 MDCN Regular
Mode: Onsite & Online | Class Days: Mon, Wed & Fri
Overview
Structured preparatory courses designed for foreign-trained doctors preparing for the MDCN Licensing Examination. Ideal for collaborative learning in a standard class setting.
What You’ll Get:
- Comprehensive curriculum: Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN, Pediatrics, Psychiatry & Community Health
- Live classes & recorded lectures
- OSCE simulation & clinical skill demonstrations
- Expert-led tutorials by MDCN-certified doctors
- Weekly assessments & mock exams
- Access to Q-Bank (13,000+ questions)
- Study manuals and clinical guides
- Mentorship & study guidance from experienced facilitators
Program Options:
Program | Duration | Tuition Fee | Description |
Complete Preparatory Program | 14 Weeks | ₦150,500 | Complete MDCN preparation from start to finish. Sufficient for MDCN success. |
Complete Prep + Revision Course | 18 Weeks | ₦200,500 | Full training plus focused revision before your exam. |
Revision Course | 4 Weeks | ₦70,500 | Short, intensive revision program with focused review, mock exams, and confidence-building exercises. |
Study Resources Provided (Softcopy):
Tutorial Manual | 
Clinical Guide & Clinical Picture Book | 
Q-Bank Access + LMS Login | 
Recorded Lectures & Mock Exam Practice
🤍🩺 MDCN Private Coaching
Mode: Onsite & Online | Schedule: Flexible | Duration: 16 weeks
Classes: 3 times per week | Payment: Monthly
Overview
A personalized MDCN coaching program designed for individuals or small groups seeking focused learning, flexible timing, and targeted improvement.
What You’ll Get
- Personalized coaching tailored to your needs
- Flexible scheduling to match your availability
- OSCE practice, case discussions & question drilling
- Access to high-quality study materials and Q-Bank
- Continuous feedback, mentorship & performance tracking
Program Options & Fees
Option | Number of Students | Fee (per student, per month) | Description |
Individual Coaching | 1 | ₦255,500 | Fully personalized training |
Small Group Coaching | 2–5 | ₦230,500 | Collaborative learning with personalized support |
Mini Cohort | 6–10 | ₦210,500 | Structured small-group learning with interactive sessions |
Note:
If we conduct the sessions at your home or facility, there is an additional fee of ₦100,500.
Fees may also be adjusted based on custom schedules or group-specific requirements.
This program provides focused attention, flexibility, and accelerated readiness for the MDCN exam, ideal for candidates seeking personalized support and small-class learning.
Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Duration: 6 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
The HCA program equips learners with core patient-care skills for hospitals, clinics, and care homes in Nigeria and the UK. Training is aligned with global standards while tailored to the Nigerian healthcare context.
Key Training Areas:
- Personal hygiene & daily living support
- Feeding & mobility assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Companionship & emotional support
- Infection prevention practices
Scope of Practice:
HCAs work under the supervision of registered nurses/doctors. They do not administer medications or perform advanced medical procedures.
Career Pathways:
- Nigerian hospitals, clinics, and care homes
- UK healthcare assistant roles
- Foundation for CNA upgrade
Tuition: ₦365,500 | Internship: ₦100,500
Payment Plan: 70% enrollment, 30% after one month
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Duration: 7 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
The CNA program prepares students for international healthcare support roles in the USA, Canada, UK, and beyond. It includes everything from the HCA program plus additional modules.
Key Training Areas:
- All HCA modules
- International patient documentation
- Cultural competence & workplace ethics
- Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Advanced infection control & safety practices
Scope of Practice:
CNAs work under licensed nurses and healthcare professionals. They do not administer medications or perform advanced procedures.
Career Pathways:
- USA, Canada, UK, and other international healthcare roles
- Hospitals, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers
Tuition: ₦440,500 | Internship: ₦100,500
Payment Plan: 70% enrollment, 30% after one month
Caregiving
Foundational training in personal and non-medical care
Duration: 4 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
This program trains students to provide compassionate, non-medical care to the elderly, children, disabled individuals, and those recovering from illness or surgery. Graduates will assist with daily living activities, basic health monitoring, and emotional support in homes and care facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily tasks (bathing, grooming, feeding)
- Support medication routines and basic health monitoring
- Provide companionship and facilitate social activities
- Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation
- Assist with simple exercises under supervision
- Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment
Scope:
Caregivers work under supervision and are not permitted to perform medical treatments or procedures.
Tuition: ₦285,500 | Internship Fee: ₦50,500
Payment Plan: 70% enrollment, 30% after one month
Geriatric & Palliative Care
🌿 Specialized diploma in elderly & end-of-life care
Duration: 6 Months | Onsite & Online | Advanced Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
This advanced program equips learners with the knowledge and skills to care for older adults and patients with life-limiting conditions. Training emphasizes holistic care, pain management, psychosocial support, and ethical end-of-life practices, ensuring dignity and quality of life for patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support for daily living activities in elderly patients
- Manage chronic geriatric conditions (stroke, dementia, arthritis, etc.)
- Deliver comfort-focused and palliative interventions
- Support patients with pain relief, hydration, and nutrition
- Offer emotional and spiritual support to patients & families
- Apply dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity in end-of-life care
- Collaborate with healthcare teams in hospice, hospital, and home settings
Scope:
Graduates can work in hospitals, care homes, hospices, NGOs, and private home-care roles, under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals.
Tuition: ₦385,500 | Internship Fee: ₦110,500
Payment Plan: 70% enrollment, 30% after one month
Mental Health Assistant
4 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
This program trains students to support mental health professionals in hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, and home care settings. It focuses on basic mental health care, therapeutic communication, and patient support under supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily routines and emotional support
- Observe and report changes in behavior
- Encourage participation in therapy and activities
- Support patients in maintaining structure and safety
- Promote mental well-being and coping strategies
- Help maintain a calm, supportive environment
Scope:
Work is supervised by licensed mental health professionals. Mental health assistants do not diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, or provide psychotherapy.
Tuition: ₦240,500 | Internship Fee: ₦60,500
The tuition fee is payable in two installments: 70% at the time of enrollment and 30% after one month.
Laboratory Assistant
4 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
This program prepares students to work in medical laboratories, supporting lab scientists and technicians in hospitals, diagnostic centers, and research facilities. Training covers specimen collection, basic lab procedures, equipment handling, and infection control practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect and label blood, urine, and other specimens
- Prepare samples for testing
- Clean and maintain laboratory equipment
- Assist with basic diagnostic procedures
- Ensure proper storage and disposal of samples
- Follow safety and infection control protocols
Scope:
Work is supervised by licensed laboratory scientists. Laboratory assistants do not perform diagnostic interpretations or advanced testing procedures.
Tuition: ₦260,500 | Internship Fee: ₦80,500
The tuition fee is payable in two installments: 70% at the time of enrollment and 30% after one month.
Phlebotomy
5 Weeks | Onsite | Certificate Program
Class Days: Monday – Friday
Overview:
This program trains students in blood collection techniques and lab procedures for use in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs. It emphasizes safety, specimen handling, and patient care.
Key Skills:
- Venipuncture & capillary blood collection
- Specimen labeling and transport
- Infection control & safety
- Patient reassurance during procedures
- Accurate documentation and reporting
Career Opportunities:
Hospitals, clinics, blood banks, diagnostic labs
Tuition: ₦175,500 | Internship Fee: ₦20,500
The tuition fee is payable in two installments: 70% at the time of enrollment and 30% after one month.
First Aid & CPR Training
3 Days | Onsite | Certificate Course
Class Days: Weekdays
Overview:
This program trains students to respond to medical emergencies with CPR and basic first aid skills for both adults and children.
Key Skills:
- CPR for adults, children, and infants
- First aid for burns, cuts, fractures, etc.
- Emergency response for strokes, heart attacks, seizures
- Safety in emergency situations
Career Opportunities:
Ideal for healthcare, schools, sports, childcare, and workplace safety roles.
Tuition: ₦35,500
Accelerated Course Combinations
Program Combination | Duration | Tuition | Internship |
Caregiving & Healthcare Assistant | 9 months | ₦576,500 | ₦100,500 |
Caregiving & Nursing Assistant | 9 months | ₦641,500 | ₦100,500 |
Caregiving & Phlebotomy | 5 months | ₦431,500 | ₦50,500 |
Healthcare Assistant & Phlebotomy | 7 months | ₦501,500 | ₦100,500 |
Nursing Assistant & Phlebotomy | 7 months | ₦566,500 | ₦100,500 |
Caregiving, Nursing Assistant & Phlebotomy | 10 months | ₦806,500 | ₦100,500 |
Short Professional Courses
2-day, hands-on training programs designed for caregivers, beginners, schools, and allied professionals to build practical, job-ready skills in healthcare, safety, and community support. All trainings follow international best practice standards.
Courses Offered
IPC | Vital Signs | Nutrition | Elderly Care | Dementia | Disability & Autism | Childcare | Palliative Care | School Health & First Aid | Safe Patient Handling
Training Format
- 2-day intensive practical sessions
- Bi-weekly (twice monthly)
- Saturdays or selected weekday evenings
- Physical & Online (Hybrid)
Private & Group Training
Customized training is available for:
- Schools
- Churches
- Care Homes
- Organizations & Corporate Groups
Benefits
- Hands-on practical training
- Patient safety & infection control skills
- Emergency response & basic life-saving skills
- Professional conduct & workplace ethics
- Real-life demonstrations
- Access to mentorship & post-training guidance
- Certificate of Completion
Fees
- ₦20,000 per person – Public Classes
- ₦15,000 per person – Group Training (Minimum of 10 participants)
On-Site Training & Logistics Policy
For trainings conducted at a client’s facility, the client is responsible for facilitator transport and logistics, or logistics may be included as a separate agreed fee in the invoice.
Note: These healthcare training programs do not confer licensure as a “Nurse” in Nigeria.