Healthcare & Medical Training Programmes
Whether you're preparing for the MDCN licensing examination, starting a healthcare support career, or looking to build specialised clinical skills, MedScholar Academy offers practical, industry-focused training designed to help you succeed.
Prepare with Confidence for the MDCN Licensing Examination!
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
📌 Now Enrolling for the October 2026 MDCN Licensing Examination
📅 Classes Begin: July 3rd, 2026
Program 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 Packages:
Programs | Duration | Mode | Tuition (₦) | Notes |
Complete Preparatory Program | 14 Weeks | Onsite & Online | 220,000 | Comprehensive MDCN exam preparation covering tutorials, clinical clerking, counselling, MCQs, and structured mock examinations. |
Complete Prep + Revision | 18 Weeks | Onsite & Online | 250,000 | Full preparatory programme plus an extended, intensive revision phase to maximize exam performance and confidence. |
Revision Course | 4 Weeks | Online / Onsite | 90,000 | Designed for candidates with prior preparation seeking intensive revision, structured mock examinations, and exam-focused performance optimization. |
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: 14 Weeks
Classes: 2 Sessions Weekly
📌 Now Enrolling for MDCN Licensing Examination Preparation
📅 New Classes Begin: July 3rd, 2026
Program 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 Packages & Fees
Option | Number of Students | Fee (per student, per month) | Description |
Individual Coaching | 1 | ₦255,000 | Fully personalized training |
Small Group Coaching | 2–5 | ₦230,000 | Collaborative learning with personalized support |
Mini Cohort | 6–10 | ₦210,000 | 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.
Caregiving
Foundational Training in Personal and Non-Medical Care
Duration: 4 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview
This programme provides foundational training in compassionate, non-medical care. Students learn to support older adults, children, individuals with disabilities, and people recovering from illness or surgery.
Graduates are equipped to assist with daily living activities, basic health monitoring, and emotional support in homes, care facilities and community settings.
What You’ll Learn
- Assist with bathing, grooming, feeding and other daily living activities.
- Support medication routines and basic health monitoring.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Assist with mobility and simple exercises under supervision.
- Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment.
- Promote dignity, independence and quality of life.
Scope of Practice
Caregivers provide non-medical care and work under appropriate supervision. They do not perform medical treatments or clinical procedures.
MedScholar Clinical Training Package
Your tuition includes:
- Training manual and learning materials
- Clinical logbook
- Student ID card
- Two (2) branded MedScholar scrubs
- Clinical training equipment
- First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Access to recorded lectures
- Graduation ceremony
- Programme Certificate and Academic Transcript
Tuition Fee: ₦385,000
Internship Fee: ₦50,000 (Paid directly to the hospital.)
Flexible payment plans are available.
Start Your Healthcare Career
Build practical caregiving skills, gain real-world experience through supervised internship, and begin a rewarding career providing compassionate care to those who need it most.
Geriatric & Palliative Care
🌿 Specialized Training in Elderly & End-of-Life care
Duration: 6 Months | Onsite & Online | Advanced Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
This advanced programme equips learners with the specialised knowledge and practical skills needed to care for older adults and individuals with life-limiting illnesses.
Students learn to provide compassionate, person-centred care with a strong emphasis on dignity, comfort and quality of life. The programme covers geriatric care, palliative care, pain management, psychosocial support and end-of-life care.
What You’ll Learn
- Support daily living activities for older adults.
- Assist in caring for patients with chronic conditions such as stroke, dementia and arthritis.
- Provide comfort-focused and palliative care.
- Support pain management, hydration and nutrition.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
- Promote dignity, respect and person-centred care.
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Scope of Practice
Graduates work under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals, providing supportive, non-invasive geriatric and palliative care. They are not trained to perform advanced medical procedures.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may work in:
- Hospitals and geriatric care units
- Hospices and palliative care centres
- Care homes and assisted living facilities
- Home healthcare services
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
MedScholar Clinical Training Package
Your tuition includes:
- Training manual and learning materials
- Clinical logbook
- Student ID card
- Two (2) MedScholar Academy scrubs
- Clinical training equipment
- First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Access to recorded lectures
- Graduation ceremony
- Programme Certificate and Academic Transcript
Tuition Fee: ₦485,000
Internship Fee: ₦100,000 (Paid directly to the hospital.)
Flexible payment plans are available.
Advance Your Healthcare Career
Develop specialised skills in elderly and palliative care while gaining practical experience through supervised clinical training. Prepare to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Comprehensive Training in Patient Care & Healthcare Support
Duration: 6 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) programme provides comprehensive training in patient care, preparing students to support doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals in delivering safe, compassionate and quality care.
Students develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to care for older adults, children, individuals with disabilities, and people recovering from illness or surgery. The programme is aligned with international best practices while remaining relevant to the Nigerian healthcare system.
What You’ll Learn
- Personal hygiene and daily living support.
- Feeding and mobility assistance.
- Vital signs monitoring.
- Infection prevention and control.
- Communication and emotional support.
- Safe patient handling and basic healthcare procedures.
Scope of Practice
Healthcare Assistants work under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals. They provide supportive patient care but do not administer medications or perform advanced medical procedures.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may work in:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Rehabilitation centres
- Home healthcare services
- Care homes
- Other healthcare support settings in Nigeria and internationally, depending on employer requirements.
MedScholar Clinical Training Package
Your tuition includes:
- Training manual and learning materials
- Clinical logbook
- Student ID card
- Two (2) MedScholar Academy scrubs
- Clinical training equipment
- First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Access to recorded lectures
- Graduation ceremony
- Programme Certificate and Academic Transcript
Tuition Fee: ₦485,000
Internship Fee: ₦100,000 (Paid directly to the hospital.)
Flexible payment plans are available.
Start Your Healthcare Career
Build practical clinical skills through classroom learning and supervised internship, preparing you for rewarding healthcare support roles in Nigeria and internationally.
Nursing Assistant
Professional Training for Nursing Support Roles
Duration: 7 Months | Onsite & Online | Diploma Program
Class Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Overview:
The Nursing Assistant programme prepares students for healthcare support roles in countries where the Nursing Assistant role exists.
Students develop the knowledge and practical skills to care for older adults, children, individuals with disabilities, and people recovering from illness or surgery while delivering safe, compassionate and professional care.
What You’ll Learn
- Personal hygiene and daily living support
- Feeding and mobility assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection prevention and patient safety
- International patient documentation
- Cultural competence and workplace ethics
- Communication within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Professional practice in international healthcare settings
Scope of Practice
Nursing Assistants work under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals and provide supportive patient care. They do not administer medications or perform advanced medical procedures.
Please note: Nursing Assistant is not currently recognised as a professional healthcare cadre in Nigeria. This programme is intended for students pursuing opportunities in countries where the Nursing Assistant role exists.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue healthcare support opportunities in:
- Hospitals
- Long-term care facilities
- Nursing homes
- Rehabilitation centres
- Other healthcare support settings
MedScholar Clinical Training Package
Your tuition includes:
- Training manual and learning materials
- Clinical logbook
- Student ID card
- Two (2) MedScholar Academy scrubs
- Clinical training equipment
- First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Access to recorded lectures
- Graduation ceremony
- Programme Certificate and Academic Transcript
Tuition Fee: ₦550,000
Internship Fee: ₦100,000 (Paid directly to the hospital.)
Flexible payment plans are available.
Build Your Healthcare Career
Develop practical healthcare support skills through classroom learning and supervised clinical experience, preparing you for healthcare support opportunities in countries where the Nursing Assistant role exists.
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: ₦360,500 | Internship Fee: ₦100,000
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: ₦350,500 | Internship Fee: ₦100,000
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: ₦225,000 | Internship Fee: ₦20,000
Flexible payment options are available. Please contact admissions for details.
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: ₦40,000
Accelerated Course Combinations
Our programme combinations allow you to complete two or more complementary healthcare programmes through one structured training pathway. They are ideal for students who want to broaden their knowledge, develop additional practical skills, and prepare for a wider range of healthcare support opportunities.
Programme Combination | Duration | Tuition Fee |
Caregiving & Phlebotomy | 5 Months | ₦560,000 |
Healthcare Assistant & Phlebotomy | 7 Months | ₦635,000 |
Nursing Assistant & Phlebotomy | 7 Months | ₦715,000 |
Caregiving & Nursing Assistant | 9 Months | ₦860,000 |
Caregiving + Nursing Assistant + Phlebotomy | 10 Months | ₦1,070,000 |
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
- ₦30,000 per person – Public Classes
- ₦20,000 per person – Group Training (Minimum of 5 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.
Program Requirements
- Healthcare Assistant
- Nursing Assistant
- Caregiving
- Geriatric & Palliative Care
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Minimum of five (5) credit passes including English Language and Mathematics (WAEC, NECO or equivalent).
- Applicants for the Geriatric & Palliative Care programme must have a previous healthcare background.
- Good proficiency in English communication.
- Application Fee: ₦5,000
- Attendance: Minimum 80% attendance is required to qualify for the final examination and graduation.
- Mandatory for all Diploma and Certificate programmes.
- Internship may be completed at a MedScholar Academy partner hospital or another approved healthcare facility.
⚠ Important Notice
Healthcare Assistant, Nursing Assistant, Caregiving, Geriatric & Palliative Care and Phlebotomy Technician are healthcare support training programmes. They do not qualify graduates as registered nurses or licensed healthcare professionals. Professional practice is subject to the laws and regulatory requirements of the country where graduates intend to work.