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School of Health Technology, Kano

The School of Health Technology Kano, located in Kano State, Nigeria, is an institution focused on training healthcare professionals in various disciplines. Established to address the growing need for skilled health workers, in a deliberate drive to strengthen Primary Health Care programmes in the State, toward fostering health for all as contained in Nigeria health policy.

To objectify these, the Kano State Military administration of Air Commando NDATSU UMARU built this reputable institution, and it exists as a functional academic ground in 1988 with a single programme of Community Health Aid (CHA).

The Institution was officially commissioned on 15th December, 1989 by the then Federal Minister for Health (the father of Primary Health Care in Nigeria) now, late Professor Olukoye Ransome Kuti.

School of Health Technology is one of the five (5) institutions that forms the Kano State College of Health Sciences and Technology (KASCOHSAT) which was established by Kano State Law No. 4 of 2019.

5,000+ Graduates Produced
120+ Expert Lecturers
6 Health Programmes
90+ Years of Heritage

Vision Statement

Striving for Excellence in Health Care Education, Research and Practice.

Mission Statement

To Prepare Students for Rewarding Careers in Healthcare, Promoting Excellence in Patient Care, and Contributing to the Overall Well-Being of our Communities through Training, Research, Service and Collaboration.

Goal

To Improve the Standard of Teaching and Learning in a Constructive and Empowering Environment.

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ABOUT SHT KANO

The School of Health Technology Kano, located in Kano State, Nigeria, is an institution focused on training healthcare professionals in various disciplines. Established to address the growing need for skilled health workers. In a deliberate drive to strengthen Primary Health Care programmes in the State, toward fostering health for all as in contained in Nigeria health policy. 

To objectify these, the Kano State Military administration of Air Commando NDATSU UMARU built this reputable institution, and it exists as functional academic ground in 1988 with a single programme of Community Health Aid, (CHA).

The Institution was officially commissioned on 15th December, 1989 by the then Federal Minister for Health (the father of Primary Health Care in Nigeria) now, late Professor Olukoye Ransome Kuti.

School of Health Technology is one of the three (5) institutions that forms the KANO STSTE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY which was established by Kano State Law No. 4 of 2019.

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Our Key Areas

Building Healthier Communities

We deliver innovative solutions in health, dental and biomedical engineering to improve lives and strengthen communities.

CHPRBN / NBTE

Community Health

  • HND in Community Health
  • National Diploma in Community Health
  • Certificate in Community Health
Requirements

ND Certificate from accredited institution / JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

DTRBN / NBTE

Dental Health Sciences

  • HND Dental Therapy Technologist
  • ND Dental Therapy
  • PD Dental Surgery Technology
Requirements

ND Certificate from accredited institution / JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

HRORBN / NBTE

Health Information Management

  • Professional Diploma (PD) in HIM
  • National Diploma (ND) in HIM
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

NBTE / RRBN

Medical Imaging

  • National Diploma in Medical Imaging
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

MLSCN / NBTE

Medical Laboratory Science

  • PD Medical Laboratory Technician
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

PCN Accredited

Pharmacy

  • Diploma Pharmacy Technician
Requirements

5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

CBET / NBTE

Biomedical Engineering

  • National Diploma in Biomedical Engineering (BME)
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

NBTE Accredited

Public Health

  • National Diploma in Public Health
  • Diploma in Epidemiology
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

NBTE Accredited

Nutrition & Dietetics

  • National Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

MRBN / NBTE

Prosthetics & Orthotics

  • National Diploma in Prosthetics & Orthotics (P & O)
Requirements

JAMB Result. 5 O'Level credits (Maths, Eng, Bio, Chem, Phys in ≤2 sittings).

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Governance & Management

Current Leadership

Guiding the School of Health Technology Kano with vision, dedication, and academic integrity toward healthcare excellence.

Rakiya Mukhtar - Principal
Principal / Head of Institution

Rakiya Mukhtar

Principal, School of Health Technology, Kano

Providing strategic leadership, academic oversight, and institutional governance to ensure SHT Kano remains at the forefront of paramedical and health technology education across Nigeria.

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Yusuf Ibrahim Adam - VP Academic
VP Academic

Yusuf Ibrahim Adam

Vice Principal (Academic)

Directing curriculum implementation, NBTE accreditation compliance, lecturer development, and academic standard excellence.

Academic Affairs
Sani Saleh Garun Malam - VP Administration
VP Administration

Sani Saleh Garun Malam

Vice Principal (Administration)

Coordinating institutional logistics, statutory staff administration, campus operations, security, and administrative governance.

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