The General Nursing Council of Zambia (GNCZ) approved a list of approved government nursing schools in Zambia.
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The list also includes midwifery schools.
In this article, you will learn about all the government nursing schools in Zambia including the programmes offered, duration, and the addresses of the learning institutions.
Here is our pick of the best government nursing schools in Zambia
The University of Zambia – School of Nursing
The School of Nursing Sciences was established as an independent School of the University of Zambia on 1st January 2017 following the Division of the former School of Medicine.
Previously, the School of Nursing Sciences was a Department within the School of Medicine known as the “Department of Nursing Sciences”.
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Masters – Nursing | 2 years Master’s Degree |
| Bachelor of Science – Nursing | 4 -5 years Bachelor’s Degree |
| HIV Nurse Practitioner | 1 year Certificate |
Department of Nursing Sciences
P.O Box 50110
Lusaka
Telefax: 25264
Lusaka School of Nursing and Midwifery
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Nurse-Midwifery (Pre-service) | 3.5 years Diploma |
| Registered Nurse-Midwifery (In-Service) | 1-year Certificate |
| Registered Operating Theatre Nursing | 1-year Certificate |
| Registered Critical Care Nursing | 1-year Diploma |
| Registered Paediatric Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
| Clinical Instructor | 1-year Diploma |
| Registered Public Health Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
Address
The Principal Nurse Education Officer
P.O Box 50366
University Teaching Hospital
Lusaka
Tel: 211 252940
3. Defence School of Nursing
Defence School of Health Sciences (DSHS) was established in 2006 under the Ministry of Defence to support Government efforts in improving health care through the training of healthcare providers. It has since expanded to train Registered Nurses and is accredited by the General Nursing Council of Zambia (GNC).
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
Address
The Principal Tutor
Defence College of Health
Sciences
Plot 119, Kalanga Road
Emmasdale
Lusaka Tel: 211 240556
Fax: 211 846057
Email: [email protected]
4. Chainama College of Health Sciences
Chainama College of Health Sciences is the only Health Institution that offers training for Clinical Officer
General, Clinical Officer Psychiatry, Environmental Health Technologists, and Registered Mental Health Nurses. It is situated approximately 10 Kilometers East of Lusaka on the Great East road.
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Mental Health Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
| Clinical Officer General | 3 years Diploma |
| Clinical Officer Psychiatry | 3 years Diploma |
| Environmental Health Technologist | 3 years Diploma |
| Optometry Technologist | 3 years Diploma |
| Clinical Instructor | 1 year Diploma |
| Registered Public Health Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
Entry Requirements
- Form Five Zambian School Certificate ‘O’ Levels or equivalent (Credits and better) in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Science, and any other subject.
Address
The Principal Tutor
Chainama College of Health Sciences
P.O Box 30043
Lusaka
Telefax: 211 283827
5. Kafue School of Nursing
Kafue School of Nursing is the place to be if you want value for your money as the college is committed to providing High quality competitive and value for money.
The School provides training to Clinical officers, Environmental health technologists, Registered Nurses, and Teachers on a financially viable and self-sustaining basis through qualified Degree /Master’s holders and motivated lecturers.
The purpose of establishing it is to assist the Government of the Republic of Zambia in training Clinical Officer Generals, Environmental technologists, Registered Nurses, and Teachers.
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Anatomy and Physiology | 3 years Diploma |
| Clinical Officer General | 3 years Diploma |
| Clinical Officer Psychiatry | 3 years Diploma |
Address
The Principal Tutor
Kafue District Hospital
P. O Box 360025
0211 311531
Kafue
Kabwe School of Nursing and Midwifery
Kabwe School of Nursing is located in Kabwe, the central province of Zambia.
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
| Registered Nurse-Midwifery (In-service) | 1-year Certificate |
Address
The Principal Tutor
Kabwe General Hospital
P.O Box 80784
Kabwe
Tel: 05 222301
Fax: 05 223213
Chitambo School of Nursing
Chitambo School of Nursing is located in Serenje at Chitambo Mission Hospital.
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
Address
The Principal Tutor
Chitambo Mission Hospital
P.O Box 850024
Serenje
Fax: 05 382186
Mwachisompola Health Demonstration Zone
Mwachisompola Health Demonstration Zone (HEDEZO) is located 8 km from the Landless Corner off Great North Road along old Mumbwa Road and 500 meters off old Mumbwa Road.
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Public Health Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
Address
The Director
Mwachisompola Demonstration Zone
Kabwe
Kitwe Schools of Nursing and Midwifery
Kitwe College of Nursing is the oldest nursing institution in Zambia.
The college has been providing much-needed manpower in the health sector since that time.
It has been expanding both in a number of training programmes and student enrollment.
Programmes offered
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
| Registered Nurse- Midwifery(In-service) | 1 year Certificate |
| Registered Operating Theatre Nursing | 1-year Certificate |
| Registered Public Health Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
Address
The Nurse Education Officer
Kitwe Central Hospital
Box 21994
Kitwe
Tel: 02 210313 Fax: 02228604
Ndola Schools of Nursing and Midwifery
| Programme | Duration |
| Registered Nursing | 3 years Diploma |
| Registered Nurse- Midwifery(In-service) | 1 year Certificate |
| Registered Operating Theatre Nursing | 1-year Certificate |
| Registered Paediatric Nursing | 1-year Certificate |
Address
The Principal Nursing Education Officer
Ndola Central Hospital
P A Ndola
Ndola
Tel: 02 614859
Fax: 02 61044
Conclusion
There are various types of nursing courses in Zambia government nursing schools in Zambia. For a complete list of types of nursing courses in Zambia, download the document.
