Academic Programmes
Current Programmes
The school currently offers the following academic programmes:
Advanced Diploma Courses (Post Basic courses)
A. Diploma in Health Leadership and Management (DHLM) - 1 year
Course Aim
This program aims to train the next generation Health Leaders and Managers who can effectively managed health resources and effectively provide leadership in all health organisations.
Target Group
This course targets; Health Tutors, Clinical Officers, Health Inspectors, Occupational Therapists, Orthopedic Officers, Physiotherapists, Registered Nurses and Midwives, Registered Comprehensive Nurses, Public Health Dental Officers, Social workers, Community Health Workers, Graduates with basic training related to Community Health, Community and Civic leaders, Managers and Personnel officers, Social Workers, Lecturers of Tertiary Institutions, Teachers and Public Relation Officers.
Duration
1 year
B. Diploma in Health Promotion and Education (DHPE) - 1 year
Course Aim
This aims to train the next generation of Health Promoters and Educators who support the community diagnosis, planning, implementation, and sensitization of the community on health behaviour change to improve health.
Target Group
This course targets; Health Tutors, Clinical Officers, Health Inspectors, Occupational Therapists, Orthopedic Officers, Physiotherapists, Registered Nurses and Midwives, Registered Comprehensive Nurses, Public Health Dental Officers, Social workers, Community Health Workers, and Graduates with basic training related to Community Health.
Duration
1 year
Diploma Courses
A. Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences (Dip. EHS) - 2 years (Full-Time/Day Programme)
Course Aim:
This program aims to train the next generation Public Health Inspectors (Assistant Environmental Health Officers) who will play a critical role in the conducting a number of community based comprehensive services which include and are not limited to;- disease surveillance; health education and promotion; outbreak investigation, and control; premises inspection; food safety inspection; water and environmental sanitation management including waste management; environmental health formative and action research; and emergency health services.
Target Groups:
This course targets; A'level students who have done a science combination with Biology and Chemistry such as; BCM, PCB, BCA, and BCG. It also targets; Health Workers like: Health Assistants, Registered Nurses and Midwives, Registered Comprehensive Nurses, and Laboratory Assistants with a Certificate in any of the above two-year medical and health related course.
Duration:
2 years
B. Diploma in Environmental Health Sciences (Dip. EHS) - 2 years (Weekend Programme)
Course Aim:
This program aims to train the next generation Public Health Inspectors (Assistant Environmental Health Officers) who will play a critical role in conducting a number of community based comprehensive programmes which include and are not limited to;- disease surveillance; health education and promotion; outbreak investigation, and control; premises inspection; food safety inspection; water and environmental sanitation management including waste management; environmental health formative and action research; and emergency health services.
Target Groups:
This course targets; Health Workers like: Health Assistants, Registered Nurses and Midwives, Registered Comprehensive Nurses, and Laboratory Assistants with a Certificate in any of the above two-year medical and health related courses.
Duration:
2 years
Certificate Courses
A. Certificate in Environmental Health Sciences (Cert. EHS) - 2 years (Full-Time)
Course Aim:
This program aims to train the next generation Public Health Assistants (Environmental Health Assistants) who will play a critical role in conducting a number of community based comprehensive programmes which include and are not limited to;- disease surveillance; health education and promotion; outbreak investigation, and control; premises inspection; food safety inspection; water and environmental sanitation management including waste management; environmental health formative and action research; and emergency health services.
Target Groups:
This course targets; Applicants with UCE, and Professionals who have a minimum of O'level passes in the five subjects of English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Duration:
2 years
Incoming Programmes
The school is set to introduce the following academic programs:
Upcoming Academic Programs
- Certificate in Medical Records and Health Informatics - 1 year
- Diploma in Medical Records and Health Informatics - 3 years
- Diploma in Entomology and Parasitology - 3 years
- Bachelor in Environmental Health Sciences - 3 years (in affiliation with Makerere University School of Public Health) in the near future
Short Courses
A number of short courses/tailor-made courses are available in a number of areas in the Public Health/Environmental Health training:
Professional Development Courses
- Participatory Hygiene and Sanitation Tools (PHAST) training
- ICT training for Health Research
- WASH training
- Health Project Management
Teaching & Learning
Strategic Training Objectives
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Curriculum Development
Implementation of update and market-oriented curriculum
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Community Engagement
Promotion and implementation of the community outreach of Environmental Health Programmes
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Inclusive Education
Mainstreaming gender and disadvantaged groups' concerns in the training programmes
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Resource Management
Implementation of effective management and resources mobilization initiation for Institutional development
Training Activities
Training strategic activities carried out within and outside the school include:
Classroom lectures
Demonstrations
Field excursions
Workshop work such as Latrine slab construction
Rural practical training
Urban practical training
Assessments: – Test, Assignments, Examinations
Extra Curriculum activities
Admissions
Application Procedure
2024/2025 Admissions
Online Application procedure for Private Admission scheme to School of Hygiene-Mbale:
Pay Application Fee
Pay application fee for the academic programme of choice:
- Certificate courses: Ushs. 37,300/=
- Diploma courses: Ushs.52,300/=
Payment to: DFCU bank account number: 01983501005221 School of Hygiene –Mbale, DFCU Bank, Mbale branch.
Prepare Required Documents
Scan copies of the following documents:
- Payment bankslip for the application fee
- Academic documents (O'level, A'level if any)
- Birth certificate/National Identity card
- Professional Registration Certificate (for upgrading students)
- Passport size photograph
Access Online Application Form
Visit the online application form portal on the School of Hygiene-Mbale website: mbaleschoolofhygiene.ac.ug/online-application-form
Complete Application Form
Fill in the online application form with all required information and attach the documents listed in Step 2.
Submit Application
Review all information for accuracy, then click the submit button to complete your application process.
Our admissions team is ready to assist you throughout the application process. Apply today to join our community of health professionals.
Resources
Library
SoHM Library
School of Hygiene-Mbale Library Department welcomes its esteemed users; we are located on 2nd floor of main complex block after the Deputy Principal's office. It offers information basically in Environmental Health basing on the current institution curriculum.
The library has two qualified staff; - Ms. Sabano Betty Hope (Librarian), and Mr. Mafabi Karim - (Library Assistant).
Services:
We offer the following services in the school library:
- User registration
- User orientation/education
- Current awareness
- Charging and discharging of information materials to users
- E-library
- Reference section
- Internet
- Information resource safety
- Conducive reading space
- Users' time is saved access to information resource required
Rules and Regulations:
- Maximum silence and order must be observed while in the library
- All library materials must be officially signed out
- Personal belongings are not allowed in the library i.e. jacket, coats, bags etc.
- Eating, smoking and drinking are not allowed while in the library
- Personal textbooks are not allowed in the library
- Mobile phones must be switched off while in the library
- Each user who delays to bring back beyond the loaned time must be charged overdue fine of shs. 1000/=
- All reserve section books are for reference only and must not signed out
- Renewal of a borrowed book is accepted only and only if no other reader is in need of the same book in question
- Knocking shoes are not allowed in the library
- Decency must be observed
- Personal belongings are at owner's risk and cost
- Books borrowed are not allowed in the library before the due date
- Theft of any library material is a penalty
- In case of loss and misplacement of any library material, the user shall be requested to replace a lost copy
Working hours:
Library is opened from 8.00am – 10.00pm Monday to Friday
E-Learning
Digital Learning Resources
The School of Hygiene-Mbale is committed to incorporating modern technology into education. Our e-learning platform provides students with digital resources, online courses, and interactive learning materials to supplement traditional classroom instruction.
The e-learning platform offers flexibility, allowing students to access course materials and learning resources at any time and from anywhere. This blended learning approach enhances the educational experience and prepares students for the increasingly digital healthcare environment.
Coming Soon: Enhanced e-learning portal with additional features and resources.
E-Library
Digital Library Resources
Our E-Library provides students and staff with access to a vast collection of digital resources, including e-books, journals, research papers, and multimedia materials related to Environmental Health Sciences and related fields.
The E-Library complements our physical library, giving users 24/7 access to academic resources that support learning, teaching, and research. Users can access these resources both on-campus and remotely through our secure portal.
Coming Soon: Expanded digital collections and improved search functionality.
Fees Payment Procedure
Payment Information
Please ensure that payments are made to the correct accounts as specified below:
- Tuition fees Payable to the school fees collection account No. 01983501005221 School of Hygiene –Mbale, DFCU Bank, Mbale branch.
- Development fees Should be banked in Stanbic Bank A/C no 9030011672107 Mbale Branch.
- Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB) fees Payable to Account No. 09030006288935- Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board, Stanbic Bank, William Street, KAMPALA.
- Guild fees Payable to the Guild Account Number: 01981021006662, DFCU Bank, Mbale Branch.
- Council for Higher Education (NCHE) registration fees Payable on Account No. 0140015191503, Stanbic Bank Kyambogo Branch, KAMPALA or DFCU Bank Account No. 01983501005437.
Always obtain and keep your payment receipts for future reference.