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We aspire to be:

Since our establishment Joseph Kawooya School of Nursing and Midwifery has delivered high quality, affordable and accessible study programmes for nurses.
Our focus is to develop nursing and midwifery graduates dedicated to transforming health and improving lives.

Leaders in nursing and midwifery education and research scholarship.
Leaders in nursing and midwifery education and research scholarship. A source of clinically competent, critically thinking nurses and midwives who positively impact the health outcomes of patients, their families and their communities by applying innovative practices and leading health system improvements.
A school that fosters unique approaches as we combine education, clinical practice and research across the nursing and midwifery workforce.
Builders of an active interprofessional health system anchored in productive educational and clinical partnerships.
Contributors to innovative workforce reform through building new scopes of practice for nurses and midwives.

Courses

Diploma in Nursing Extension

Diploma in Nursing Extension HomeDiploma in Nursing Extension This is a 1 ½ years program targeting applicants who have Certificate level enrolled Midwives and Nurses wishing to advance their career.

REQUIREMENTS FOR DNE INCLUDE;
1:Registration with Nursing Council
2:Certificate in midwifery or Nursing
3:Valid Practicing License

1.One must have a two years working experience after qualification at certificate level. One must also have registered themselves with National Council.

Certificate in Midwifery

Joseph Kawooya School of Nursing and Midwifery offers Certificate in Nursing (CN ) for a period 2 ½ years examined by Uganda Nurses and Midwifery Examination.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

The minimum entry requirement for this program is an “O” Level Certificate with credits in the following subjects:

1.Mathematics
1.English
2.Biology
3.Chemistry
4.Physics.

Certificate in Nursing

Joseph Kawooya School of Nursing and Midwifery offers Certificate in Nursing (CN ) for a period 2 ½ years examined by Uganda Nurses and Midwifery Examination.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

The minimum entry requirement for this program is an “O” Level Certificate with credits in the following subjects:

1.Mathematics
1.English
2.Biology
3.Chemistry
4.Physics.

Diploma in Midwifery Extension

This is a 1 ½ years program targeting applicants who have Certificate level enrolled Midwives and Nurses wishing to advance their career.

REQUIREMENTS FOR DNE INCLUDE;
1.Registration with Nursing Council
2.Certificate in midwifery or Nursing
3.Valid Practicing License

1.One must have a two years working experience after qualification at certificate level. One must also have registered themselves with National Council.

Tuition & Payments

Tuition Payments (Updated 2026)
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NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
Tuition per Semester or Module

Certificate in Midwifery
Semester 3,508,327.33UGX
$973.16 .

Certificate in Nursing
Semester 3,508,327.33UGX
$973.16

Diploma in Midwifery-Extention
Semester 5,887,565UGX
$1,648 .

Diploma in Nursing-Extention
Semester 5,887,565UGX
$1,648.

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MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
Tuition per Semester or Module

Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology
Semester 3,277,035UGX
$916.40

SCHOOL OF CLINICAL OFFICERS
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community health
Semester 3,471,884UGX
$974.20

BSc Human nutrition and clinical dietatics
Semester 3,471,884UGX
$974.20

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APPLIED SCIENCES
Tuition per Semester or Module

Diploma in Human Nutrition and Clinical dietetics
Semester 5,887,565 UGX
$1,648

Diploma in Medical Records and Health informatics
Semester 5,887,565 UGX
$1,648

BSc (Hons) Health and Social Systems management
Semester 5,887,565 UGX
$1,648

Application Process

1: Review the admission requirements for your chosen program.

2: Pay the non-refundable application fee.

3: Submit all required documents, including transcripts, letters of recommendation and the online application print out.

4: Take any required entrance exams or interviews as specified by your program.

5: Wait for the admissions committee to review your application.

6: Receive your admission decision via email and |SMS.

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Our Program in Midwifery program focuses on maternal and newborn care, preparing students for a specialized career in midwifery.

Anatomy and Physiology. Fundamentals of Midwifery. Antenatal Care. Intrapartum Care.
Postpartum Care.
Newborn Care.
Reproductive Health.

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Our DBN program prepares students for a rewarding career in nursing, providing comprehensive knowledge and hands-on clinical experience.

Anatomy and Physiology.
Fundamentals of Nursing.
Pharmacology.
Medical-Surgical Nursing.
Pediatric Nursing.
Mental Health Nursing. Community Health Nursing.

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Develop the skills and knowledge you need to provide compassionate care and gateway to a rewarding career in Nursing Science.

Medical Laboratory Practices.
Concepts of laboratory accreditation.
Quality Management Systems.
Laboratory Resource Management.
Management of laboratory records and documents.

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