Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences  widely known as AKSCONS  is a state-owned tertiary health institution located in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The college is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). It was established by law in 2021 to train professional nurses, midwives, and mental health nursing specialists through structured academic learning and supervised clinical practice across multiple campuses in the state.

AKSCONS operates a multi-campus system with facilities in Ikot Ekpene (main campus), Uyo (Anua), Uruan (Ituk Mbang), Eket, and Oron, providing students with access to diverse clinical training environments and modern nursing laboratories.

History of the Institution

Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences was formally established by law on 13 September 2021 as part of the state government’s healthcare education reform initiative. The institution was created to unify nursing and midwifery training schools in Akwa Ibom State into a single accredited college with standardized academic structure and improved clinical training quality.

Before its formal establishment, nursing education in the state was delivered through different standalone schools of nursing and midwifery across various hospitals and training centres. The consolidation into AKSCONS was designed to strengthen regulation, improve curriculum delivery, and align training with national NBTE and NMCN standards.

Since its creation, the college has expanded into a multi-campus institution and introduced the ND/HND Nursing Science programme, which combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and supervised clinical experience across affiliated hospitals.

Location

Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences (AKSCONS)
Main Campus: Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Other Campuses: Anua (Uyo), Ituk Mbang (Uruan), Eket, Oron

The institution operates across multiple campuses within Akwa Ibom State, each connected to nearby teaching hospitals for clinical training.

List of Courses Offered by Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences

AKSCONS offers professional nursing programmes designed to prepare students for clinical practice and licensing examinations.

ND/HND Nursing Science

• 4-year programme (2 years ND + 2 years HND structure)
• Leads to professional nursing qualification after completion
• Includes classroom learning, laboratory work, and clinical postings

Basic Midwifery Programme

• Focuses on maternal and child health
• Includes antenatal, delivery, and postnatal care training

Mental Health / Psychiatric Nursing

• Specialized training in psychiatric and community mental health care
• Includes clinical placements in mental health facilities

All programmes include supervised clinical training and compulsory professional examinations by NMCN.

Admission Forms / Requirements

Akwa Ibom College of Health Technology Supplementary Post-UTME Screening 2026/2027

Akwa Ibom State College of Health Technology, Etinan, has scheduled its supplementary Post-UTME screening for the 2026/2027 academic session. The exercise is for candidates who recently changed their course or institution through JAMB to Environmental Health Technology or Health Information Management at the college.

The screening will hold on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Library Complex, College of Health Technology, Etinan. Candidates are expected to be seated by 8:30 a.m. and must pay a screening fee of ₦2,000 through the AkwaRemit payment portal. They should bring the official payment receipt as evidence of payment.

Candidates must present their original credentials and two sets of clear photocopies, including their JAMB result slip showing the college as their first-choice institution, WAEC, NECO or NABTEB results, First School Leaving Certificate, birth certificate or sworn declaration of age, NIN slip or card, certificate of origin and screening fee receipt. All documents should be arranged in a flat file labelled with the candidate’s full name, JAMB registration number and prospective department.

Candidates who have not uploaded their O’Level results to the JAMB portal are advised to complete the upload before the screening exercise. Those who have not yet changed their course or institution to Environmental Health Technology or Health Information Management at the college should complete the process through the JAMB change of course or institution portal before the screening date. All candidates are advised to arrive early with the required documents and comply with the college’s screening guidelines.

School Fees

AKSCONS operates a state-subsidized fee structure compared to private nursing institutions, but exact amounts vary by session and programme.

For the most accurate and updated school fees, candidates must check the official portal or admission announcements.

Cut-off Mark

The general cut-off mark for Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences varies by admission cycle.

• Recent approved cut-off mark: 140–180 UTME score range depending on session
• Final selection is based on:
  • UTME score
  • O’Level results
  • Post-UTME screening performance

Hostel / Accommodation

• Hostel facilities are available across campuses
• Accommodation is allocated based on availability
• Some campuses include student hostel facilities within hospital environments
• Hostel fees are separate from tuition in most cases

Official Website and Portal Links

Contact Information

Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences (AKSCONS)
Main Campus: Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Website: https://www.akscons.edu.ng/
Contact: Available via official contact form on website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is AKSCONS located?
It is located in Akwa Ibom State with campuses in Ikot Ekpene, Uyo, Eket, Oron, and Ituk Mbang.

Is AKSCONS a state or federal school?
It is a state-owned college established by the Akwa Ibom State Government.

What courses are offered at AKSCONS?
ND/HND Nursing Science, Basic Midwifery, and Mental Health Nursing.

What is the cut-off mark for AKSCONS?
It ranges between 140–180 depending on the admission session.

How much are school fees?
Fees vary by programme and session; candidates must check official announcements for exact figures.

Does AKSCONS require JAMB?
Yes, UTME is required for ND/HND Nursing admission.

How many years is nursing in AKSCONS?
The ND/HND Nursing programme runs for about 4 years in total.

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