The Management of the Delta State College of Health Technology, Ovrode, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its various National Diploma (ND), Diploma, and Certificate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Established by the Delta State Government in 2025, the college is mandate-driven to train highly skilled, middle-level healthcare providers to meet the critical manpower needs of Nigeria’s primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare delivery systems.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To make the application process easier for prospective students, the entry requirements have been simplified into two distinct categories:
1. National Diploma (ND) & Regular Diploma Programmes
General Requirement: Candidates must possess five (5) O’Level credits in WASC, NECO, or GCE at not more than two (2) sittings. The five credits must include: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English Language.
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- National Diploma (ND) Programmes (With or Without JAMB):
- Community Health Technology
- Medical Imaging Technology
- Paramedics Technology
- Health Information Management Technology
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Dispensing Opticianry
- Dental Therapy
- Environmental Health Technology
- Public Health Technology
- Diploma Programmes (No JAMB Required):
- Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW)
- Pharmacy Technician
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dispensing Opticianry
- Health Information Management (Technician)
2. Certificate Programmes
General Requirement: Candidates must possess three (3) O’Level credits in WASC, NECO, or GCE at not more than two (2) sittings. The three credits must include: Biology, Mathematics, and English Language.
- Junior Community Health Extension Worker (JCHEW)
- Physiotherapy
- Health Care Giver
- Health Assistants
- Occupational Therapy
METHOD OF APPLICATION & ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
- Application Process: Interested applicants are required to apply online via the official college portal.
- Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of #15,500 applies.
- Entrance Examination Date: Monday, August 24, 2026.
- Time: 10:00 AM Prompt.
- Venue: College Premises, Ovrode.
- Examination Security Note: Candidates are strictly reminded that mobile phones, smartwatches, and other electronic gadgets are prohibited within the examination halls.
ENQUIRIES & CONTACTS
For detailed application guidelines, step-by-step registration, or clarifications, prospective students should:
- Visit the official website: www.dschtovrode.ng/apply
- Call the ICT Director (Mr. Wilfred Oniuko): 08060716378 or 09060358226
Signed:
Daniel E. Orakpor
Registrar, Delta State College of Health Technology, Ovrode.
