Academics at School of Hygiene-Mbale

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Academics at School of Hygiene-Mbale

Academic Programmes

Current Programmes

The school currently offers the following academic programmes:

Advanced Diploma Courses (Post Basic courses)

A. Higher Diploma in Health Leadership and Management (HDHLM) - 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

Minimum Entry Requirements

Basic Diploma in any Medical and Health related professional programme.

B. Higher Diploma in Health Promotion and Education (HDHPE) - 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

Minimum Entry Requirements

Basic Diploma in any Medical and Health related professional programme.

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

Minimum Entry Requirements

For A level entrants: Science Combination with Biology and Chemistry and with atleast one Principal Pass in Biology.

For Upgraders: Basic Certificate qualification in any of the above two year medical and health related professional programme.

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

Minimum Entry Requirements

Basic Certificate in any of the above two year medical and health related professional programme.

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

Minimum Entry Requirements

Applicants with five passes in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Professionals with minimum O'level passes in the five subjects of English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

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

  • Curriculum Development

    Implementation of update and market-oriented curriculum

  • Community Engagement

    Promotion and implementation of the community outreach of Environmental Health Programmes

  • Inclusive Education

    Mainstreaming gender and disadvantaged groups' concerns in the training programmes

  • 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
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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 and Diploma courses: Ushs. 63,000/=

Pay application fees (63,000ugx including Bank Charges) to the School of Hygiene - Mbale bank account. Stanbic Bank Mbale Branch, Account Number: 9030005686635 , School of Hygiene Cash payments are not accepted. Upload the original payment receipt in the "Required Documents" section.

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/apply-now/new

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

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.

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.

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  • Diploma in Environmental Health Science (2 years): Train to become a Health Inspector. Requires 2 principal passes in science (Biology mandatory).
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