Pharmacy Technicians play a vital role in the healthcare delivery system, assisting pharmacists in preparing medications, managing inventory, and interacting with patients. As the demand for qualified pharmacy support staff increases in Nigeria, more students are seeking accredited institutions to receive professional training in this field.
In Nigeria, Colleges of Health Technology have become a popular and accessible route for aspiring pharmacy technicians to gain the necessary knowledge and practical skills. However, it’s important to enroll in only approved and accredited colleges to ensure eligibility for professional practice upon graduation.
The Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing pharmacy education and practice in the country. One of its key functions is accrediting colleges and schools of health technology that offer Pharmacy Technician programs. Enrolling in a PCN-approved institution ensures that graduates are eligible for certification and can practice legally within Nigeria’s healthcare system.
About the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN)
Established under the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria Act, the PCN is charged with regulating and controlling the practice of pharmacy in all its aspects and ramifications. The Council’s responsibilities include:
Accreditation of Training Institutions: PCN evaluates and approves colleges and schools of health technology that meet the required standards for training Pharmacy Technicians.
Curriculum Development: Collaborates with educational institutions to develop and update curricula that meet current healthcare needs.
Examinations and Certification: Conducts the National Pre-Certification Examinations (NPCE) for Pharmacy Technicians, a prerequisite for professional practice.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assesses training institutions to ensure compliance with established standards.
By maintaining these standards, the PCN ensures that Pharmacy Technicians are well-equipped to provide quality services in various healthcare settings.
This blog post provides a comprehensive list of approved Colleges of Health Technology across Nigeria that are officially accredited to train Pharmacy Technicians. Whether you’re a prospective student, parent, or career counselor, this guide will help you make an informed decision and take the first step toward a rewarding healthcare career.
List of PCN-Approved Colleges and Schools of Health Technology
Below is a comprehensive list of colleges and schools of health technology in Nigeria that have been accredited by the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria to train Pharmacy Technicians:
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ABA, ABIA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, MUBI, ADAMAWA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OBOSI, ANAMBRA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, TSAFE, ZAMFARA
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, NINGI, BAUCHI STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OTUOGIDI, BAYELSA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, UGHELLI, DELTA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, CALABAR, CROSS RIVER STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OJI RIVER, ENUGU STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IJERO-EKITI, EKITI STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, KANKIA, KATSINA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES, AMAIGRO, IMO STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OFFA, KWARA STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, YABA, LAGOS STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ILESA, OSUN STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY, ELEYEI.F, P.M.B 5172 IBADAN, OYO STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ZAWAN, JOS, PLATEAU STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, KALTUNGO, GOMBE STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IJEBU ILESE, OGUN STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, PANKSHIN, PLATEAU STATE
- COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE
- NIGERIAN ARMY SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, OJO, LAGOS STATE ==> view website
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, JAHUN , JIGAWA STATE ==> view website
- SHEHU IDRIS COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, MAKARFI, KADUNA STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, KANO ,KANO STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, MINNA, NIGER STATE
- SCHOOLOF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, AKURE, ONDO STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ETINAN, AKWA -IBOM STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, JEGA, KEBBI STATE
- SULTAN ABDURRAHMAN SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, GWADABAWA, SOKOTO STATE
- NIGERIAN NAVY SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES, OFFA, KWARA STATE
- KOGI STATE COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IDAH, KOGI STATE
- YOBE STATE COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, NGURU, YOBE STATE
- MILLENNIUM COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ONDO STATE
- ROYAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IFO, OGUN STATE
- DR. JOHN ADAH COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, OTUKPO, BENUE STATE
- FABOTAS COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, EKITI STATE
- AMINU DABO COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, KANO STATE
- POGIL COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OKE-ERI, VIA IJEBU ODE, OGUN STATE
- CHRISLIA COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, AFAO EKITI, EKITI STATE
- FAVOUR SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IKOM, CROSS RIVER STATE
- CITY COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE
- CHRESTFIELD COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, APAROKE, OSUN STATE
- CHERISH COLLEGE, KATSINA STATE
- KANKARA PRAGMATIC COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECNOLOGY, KATSINA STATE
- MODEL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IBOKO, EBONY’ STATE
- NEW GATE COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, MINNA, NIGER STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, LAFIA, NASARAWA STATE
- AL HUDA COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OLD AIRPORT ROAD, SOKOTO, SOKOTO STATE
- KAZUARE SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, KAZUARE, JIGAWA STATE
- O’ MARK SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IGAU —IGANDO, LAGOS
- MERCYLAND COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IDU OSUN AREA , OSHOGBO, OSUN STATE
- N.K.S.T COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, MKAR, GBOKO, BENUE STATE
- SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, IYI ENU MISSION, OGIDI, ANAMBRA STATE
- PEACELAND COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OLD PARK LANE, OFF INDEPENDENCE LAYOUT, ENUGU, ENUGU STATE
- EMIRATE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY, KABUGA SATELITE TOWN, KANO STATE
- EASTERN SCHOOL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ABA, ARIA. STATE
- ELITE COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, DUTSE, JIGAWA STATE
- ECWA COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, KAGORO, KADUNA STATE
- EUCHARISTIC HEART COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY,ORBA, NSUKKA, ENUGU STATE
- BACADEMIC COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, BICHI, KANO STATE
- BETHSAIDA COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, ALONG CAC GRAMMAR SCHOOL ROAD, IKOLABA ALADAN, OGBOMOSHO
STUDENTS ARE ADVISED TO NOTE THE APPROVED INSTITUTIONS.
Note: Becoming a Pharmacy Technician in Nigeria is a rewarding career path that plays a vital role in supporting the healthcare system. However, it all starts with getting the right education and training — and that means enrolling in a Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN)-approved institution.
Choosing a PCN-accredited college or school of health technology ensures that your training meets the national standards for pharmaceutical practice. It also qualifies you to sit for the National Pre-Certification Examination (NPCE) — a mandatory requirement for licensure and legal practice as a Pharmacy Technician in Nigeria.
Attending a non-accredited institution can lead to serious setbacks, including denial of certification, rejection in the job market, and inability to practice professionally. Therefore, it is not just important, but absolutely essential, to verify that the college or school you choose is officially recognized by the PCN.
Whether you’re a secondary school graduate or someone looking to transition into a healthcare career, enrolling in a recognized Pharmacy Technician program can set you on the right path to a stable, respected, and impactful profession.
