The Ministry of Health and Child Care is now accepting applications for its comprehensive Nurse Training Programs nationwide. These programs aim to equip dedicated individuals with the skills and expertise needed to excel in nursing and make a lasting difference in the lives of others, aligning with President Mnangagwa’s vision to achieve quality health and well-being, key targets of the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1).
President Mnangagwa’s vision for Zimbabwe’s health sector prioritizes manpower development, aiming to empower healthcare workers to achieve quality health and well-being. This focus on workforce development is foundational for economic prosperity. Nurse training programs are crucial for building a strong and skilled healthcare workforce, leading to improved health outcomes, increased access to healthcare, and enhanced healthcare systems. By investing in healthcare workers, Zimbabwe can progress towards Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages) and drive economic growth.
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Book NowIn line with the President’s vision, the Ministry of Health and Child Care is inviting applications for the two-year Primary Care Nursing Programme for the September 2024 intake. The program is offered at districts and mission hospitals including Nkayi, Gokwe South, Mt St Mary’s, Inyathi, and Silveria. Additionally, United Bulawayo Hospital invites applications for a Theatre Nurse training program, commencing in January 2025. Successful candidates will graduate with an Operating Theatre Nurses’ Diploma. Eligible applicants must have at least two years of experience as a general nurse and submit the following documents: a handwritten or typed application letter, certified copies of academic, professional, and current practising certificates, birth certificate, national identity card, CV, a confidential letter, and proof of being on the manpower development plan.
The School of Dental Therapy and Technology is also seeking applicants for its three-year Diploma in Dental Therapy program, which trains students to become dental therapists. Dental therapists are crucial in addressing the country’s oral health challenges, including high prevalence of oral diseases like tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer, as well as limited access to dental care, particularly in rural areas.
In summary, the nurse training programs align with President Mnangagwa’s vision to enhance manpower development in Zimbabwe’s health sector, focusing on empowering healthcare workers to achieve quality health and well-being, foundational for economic prosperity.
