Post Graduate Diploma in Community Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Care

A specialized postgraduate programme designed to train community health professionals in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of common ear, nose, and throat disorders within community and primary healthcare settings in Nigeria.

This competency-based diploma provides essential skills in ENT assessment, instrumentation, and community-level interventions, focusing on prevalent conditions such as hearing loss, chronic sinusitis, tonsillitis, and voice disorders. Through a blend of theoretical instruction and practical hands-on training, participants learn to deliver accessible ENT services, conduct screenings, implement preventive programmes, and make appropriate referrals.

The programme prepares graduates to address the significant burden of ENT diseases in Nigeria, reduce preventable hearing and speech impairments, and improve quality of life through early detection and community-based management—strengthening primary healthcare delivery while meeting Mandatory Continuous Professional Development (MCPD) requirements for career advancement.

Community Ear, Nose, and Throat

Course name PGD ⁠Community Ear, Nose, and Throat 2024/25

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Community Ear, Nose, and Throat

PGD ⁠Community Ear, Nose, and Throat 2024/25

Course start dateMonday, 8 December 2025

Course end dateMonday, 5 January 2026

Post Graduate Diploma in Community Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Care

Programme Overview for Prospective Students

Become a specialized community health professional equipped to address the high burden of ear, nose, and throat disorders in Nigerian communities. This comprehensive postgraduate programme combines essential medical knowledge with practical clinical skills to deliver accessible ENT care where it's needed most.

Programme Structure

First Semester (23 Credit Units)

Build your foundation in ENT anatomy, procedures, and professional practice.

Course Code	Course Title	CU	Learning Hours	Focus Area
CHIT 711	Anatomy & Physiology of ENT	4	90 hours	Master ENT structures & functions
CHIT 712	Otorhinolaryngology	3	75 hours	Medical management of ENT conditions
CHIT 713	Instrumentation in ENT	4	90 hours	Hands-on equipment training
CHIT 714	Lavage	3	75 hours	Essential ENT procedures
CHIT 715	Preventive ENT Care	3	75 hours	Community prevention strategies
CHIG 711	Bioethics	3	45 hours	Ethical community practice
CHIG 712	Research Methods & Seminar	3	45 hours	Evidence-based approach

Second Semester (19 Credit Units)

Advance your clinical skills and complete community-based training.

Course Code	Course Title	CU	Learning Hours	Focus Area
CHIT 721	Pharmacology of ENT	4	90 hours	Medication management
CHIT 722	Disorders of ENT	4	90 hours	Diagnosis & treatment protocols
CHIT 723	Practicum	6	210 hours	Supervised clinical experience
CHIG 721	Community Health Management	3	45 hours	Programme leadership
CHIG 722	Research Project	6	210 hours	Community-based research

Total Programme: 42 Credit Units | 1,140 Contact Hours

What You Will Learn to Do

Core Anatomical & Physiological Competencies:

Draw and explain detailed annotated diagrams of the ear, nose, and throat structures
Explain the physiological mechanisms of hearing, balance, smell/olfaction, and speech/phonation
Understand the interconnected functions of ENT systems

Clinical & Diagnostic Skills:

Skillfully use and apply various ENT instruments and equipment in community settings
Perform essential procedures including lavage and basic ENT examinations
Identify, diagnose, and develop treatment regimens for common ENT disorders
Manage ENT pharmacology and medication administration appropriately

Community Practice & Management:

Design and implement preventive ENT care programmes for communities
Conduct community screenings for hearing loss, speech disorders, and common ENT conditions
Manage ENT health services within primary healthcare settings
Apply ethical principles in ENT care decision-making
Conduct research to address community-specific ENT health needs

Who Should Enroll?

Community Health Practitioners seeking ENT specialization
Primary Healthcare Workers in rural and urban centers
School Health Coordinators managing childhood ENT conditions
Public Health Officers responsible for ENT programme implementation
NGO Health Staff working in hearing and speech interventions
Healthcare Professionals expanding their clinical service scope

Career Pathways

Community ENT Care Specialists in primary health centers
Hearing Health Coordinators for community programmes
ENT Screening Programme Managers in schools and workplaces
Speech and Hearing Rehabilitation Assistants
Public Health Consultants for ENT disease control
ENT Health Educators and awareness campaign leaders

Programme Highlights

495 Practical Hours: 43% hands-on clinical training
Community Focus: Specifically designed for Nigerian healthcare contexts
MCPD Accreditation: Counts toward Mandatory Continuous Professional Development
CHPRBN Recognition: Accredited by the national regulatory body
Research Integration: Complete a community-based ENT research project
Balanced Curriculum: 42% theory, 58% practical/clinical application

Common Conditions You'll Learn to Manage

Ear: Hearing loss, otitis media, tinnitus, vertigo

Nose: Sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, nasal obstructions, epistaxis

Throat: Tonsillitis, pharyngitis, voice disorders, swallowing difficulties

Preventable Disorders: Noise-induced hearing loss, speech delays, chronic infections

Why Choose This Programme?

Address critical ENT health needs in Nigerian communities
Career advancement with a specialized credential
Practical skills with immediate workplace application
Flexible learning for working professionals
Direct community impact
Build a professional network with ENT specialists and community leaders