The Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) School of Health Information Management (SHIM) is excited to announce the commencement of admission applications for its esteemed two-year National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session. Renowned as a leading institution in Nigeria and throughout Africa, SHIM provides exceptional training in Health Information Management, producing graduates who excel domestically and internationally.
Key Program Details:
- Institution: LUTH School of Health Information Management
- Academic Year: 2024/2025
- Programmes Offered: ND and HND in Health Information Management
- Accreditations: Fully Accredited by NBTE and HRORBN
- ND Requirements: 5 Credits including Sciences and Mathematics
- HND Requirements: ND Certificate, Clinical Attachment, Test
- Application Fee: N10,000
- Application Process: Online Application, Test, Interview
Programmes and Accreditations:
SHIM, established under the Lagos University Teaching Hospital Act, is committed to training mid-level manpower in Health Information Management. The institution has held full accreditation from the National Board of Technical Education (NBTE) for both ND and HND programmes since 2005 and maintains accreditation from the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN).
ND Admission Requirements:
To qualify for the ND programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Obtain five (5) credit passes in no more than two (2) sittings in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Sit for the POST Unified Tertiary Institutions Matriculation Examination (UTME) and achieve a satisfactory score.
- Pass the POST UTME conducted by SHIM.
HND Admission Requirements:
Aspiring candidates for the HND programme must possess:
- Same O’Level requirements as for ND admission.
- National Diploma Certificate in Health Information Management with at least a Lower Credit grade from NBTE-accredited institutions.
- Proof of one (1) year Industrial/Clinical Attachment from a recognized health institution.
- A functional email address for application communications.
- Written test and oral interview at the School Hall/Human Resources Center.
How to Apply:
Follow these simple steps to initiate your application process:
- Access the Admission Portal on LUTH’s website and select SHIM.
- Complete the Account Creation Form with accurate details and a functional email address.
- Activate your account upon receiving login details via email and pay the N10,000 application fee.
- Log in at https://luth.gov.ng/profile/ to complete the application form for your desired programme.
- Print the online application bio-data for the entrance examination.
Closing Date:
While the closing date for applications has not been specified, candidates are urged to apply early to avoid last-minute hurdles.
By opting for the School of Health Information Management at LUTH, you are embarking on a journey toward a future brimming with opportunities in the healthcare sector. Apply now to secure your spot in one of Africa’s premier health information training institutes.
