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SAHEL COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND ADVANCED STUDIES GUSAU

Motto: Learning and Character.

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About Our College

Sahel College of Health Sciences and Advanced Studies, Gusau is a community-based, non-profit tertiary institution established to expand access to health sciences education for vulnerable populations, particularly the less privileged.

The college is driven by a strong commitment to equity, compassion, and community development, recognizing that education especially in health related fields can transform lives and strengthen communities. By offering accessible and affordable training, the college empowers individuals who might otherwise be excluded from higher education to become skilled health workers and agents of positive change.

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Our Mission

The mission of the college is to provide accessible, affordable, and quality health sciences education, especially for disadvantaged and underserved individuals, through effective teaching, practical training, and community engagement.

The college is committed to:

  • Expanding access to education for vulnerable and marginalized groups.
  • Training competent, ethical, and compassionate health professionals.
  • Promoting preventive healthcare, health education, and nutrition awareness.
  • Providing hands-on practical and clinical training.
  • Encouraging a strong culture of community service and social responsibility.

Our Vision

To become a leading community-based and non-profit health sciences institution recognized for transforming lives through inclusive education and for producing competent health professionals dedicated to improving community health and wellbeing.

Philosophy

The college is founded on the belief that health and education are fundamental human rights, and that empowering vulnerable individuals with knowledge and skills leads to sustainable community development.

  • Education should be inclusive and accessible to all, regardless of background.
  • Healthcare training must emphasize community-based and preventive approaches.
  • Should combine knowledge, skills, and compassion in practice.
  • Should be service-oriented and socially responsible.

Our Academic Programs

Empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals with specialized training.

Higher Diploma in Public Health (Part-Time)

Duration: 2 Years

Advanced training for health professionals seeking to specialize in population health management and policy.

Diploma in Public Health Technician

Duration: 3 Years

Focused on technical skills required for environmental health, immunization, and disease surveillance.

Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Duration: 3 Years

Comprehensive study of human nutrition, food science, and therapeutic diet management.

Diploma in Community Health Extension Workers (CHEW)

Duration: 3 Years

Preparing workers to provide primary healthcare services and health education at the grassroots level.

Certificate in Community Health Extension Worker (JCHEW)

Duration: 2 Years

Foundational training for junior health extension workers to support community medical initiatives.

College Management

The Founder/Director

Founder

Nuhu Bashir Khalil BSc., MBA (in view)

Founder/Director

The Registrar

Registrar

Ishaka Idris Maikwai BA, PGDE, MA

College Registrar/Academic Secretary

Educational Background:

  • PhD. Federal University Dutsin Ma Katsina State (in view)
  • M.A. English Language, Federal University, Dutsin Ma, Katsina State
  • PGDE. Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto State
  • B.A. English Language, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto State

Bursar/ Student Affairs Officer

Registrar

Musa Isah

College Bursar/Student Affairs Officer

Educational Background:

  • B.Sc. Ed Biology, Federal Univeristy Gusau (FUGUS)

Principal Officers

Staff Member

Adamu Ibrahim

Examination Officer

Qualifications:

  • MSc. Mathematics, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria
  • BSc. Mathematics, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria
Staff Member

Ibrahim Muhammad Sani

Project Coordinator

Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. Nutrition, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria
  • B.Sc. Biochemistry, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria
Staff Member

Habibu Abubakar

Clinical Coordinator

Qualifications:

  • M. Ed. Research Measurement Evaluation, FUGUS
  • B.Sc. Computer Science, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria

Our Departments

Department of Nutrition and Dietetics

Nutrition Lab

Our Nutrition and Dietetics department is dedicated to training professionals who understand the critical role of nutrition in health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic management.

Students gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art nutrition laboratory and participate in community nutrition programs.

Head of Department

HOD Nutrition
Muazu Aliyu Gada

Head of Department

Educational Background:

  • M.Sc. Nutritional Biochemistry, Bayero University Kano (BUK)
  • B.Sc. Biochemistry, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS)

Key Projects & Seminars

  • Community Nutrition Assessment Program Ongoing nutritional assessment and intervention in local communities.
  • Annual Nutrition and Health Seminar Bringing together experts to discuss current trends in nutrition science.

Department of Public Health

Public Health

The Public Health department focuses on population health, disease prevention, health promotion, and health policy. Our graduates are equipped to address public health challenges at local, national, and global levels.

Students engage in field work, epidemiological studies, and community health interventions.

Head of Department

HOD Public Health
Bilyaminu Ibrahim

Head of Department

Educational Background:

  • M.Sc. Public Health, National Open University (in view)
  • B.Sc. Public Health, National Open University (NOUN)

Key Projects & Seminars

  • Disease Surveillance and Control Initiative. Monitoring and responding to disease outbreaks in the region. International Public Health Conference. Annual conference featuring global health experts and researchers. Maternal and Child Health Program. Community-based interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

Department of Community Health

Community Health

The Community Health department trains health workers who provide essential primary healthcare services at the grassroots level. Our program emphasizes practical skills and community engagement.

Students participate in community health outreach programs and gain experience in rural health settings.

Head of Department

HOD Community Health
Mudassir Suleiman

Head of Department

Educational Background:

  • PGDE. Community Health (in view)
  • CHO. Usmanu Danfodio University Teaching Hospital Sokoto

Department of General Studies

Mal. Mahmud .A. Lawal
Mal. Abubakar Dankurmi

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Contact Information

Address

Old Paila Restaurant, New market road,
Gusau, Zamfara State, Nigeria

Phone

+2348146671009, +2349057835246, +2348068726224

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