WELCOME TO UDL COLEGE UNIVERSAL DEVELOPMENT LEARNING COLLEGE
History: The UDL College is a Private Tertiary Institution is located in Tema,
Ghana,West Africa with the aim to provide quality educational programs to the
Ghanaian youth in this era of fall standards in our educational sector. They possess a wide range of qualities and skills. Many are leaders in their field - specialists in providi
ng of higher levels of health care awareness and others in customer services. Training at UDL College
At UDL College, our staff begins working with each student from the very first day in the classroom, allowing us to properly teach and train them for the future career in Health care, business studies and ICT. UDL College offers day and evening and weekend classes designed around the working adult, giving students the flexibility to maintain their current work schedule and still have the time necessary for training. With programs designed for everyone from the unemployed to the under-employed, our goal is to train individuals to a level of proficiency that leads to a rewarding career. Our centre offers quality training programs that are mostly demanded on the job market at certificate and diploma levels. Students can take advantage of our professionally train and Qualified lectures and also gain more practical experience by using the equipments provided by the centre. Training Centre Academics
Our staff is highly skilled and educated, they are very well aware of higher standard of education and dedicated to their work. They follow all the rules and the policies offered by the Training Centre. ACADEMIC YEAR
2.1 The Academic session shall have two (2) semesters, namely:
First Semester: January - April
Second Semester: June - September
2.2 The School’s academic calendar follows the semester system. Courses are examined at the end of each semester whereby students who pass earn credits.
3.0 Structure of Semester
A semester shall be of 16 weeks duration and shall be structured as follows:
10 weeks of teaching
1 week revision
1 weeks of examination
4 weeks shall be assigned to vacation practicals (during the first years of study)
4.0 Course Credits
One course credit shall be defined as follows:
One hour lecture
One practical/field work session of 6 hours
5.0 Minimum and Maximum Work- load per Semester
A student shall be required to carry a minimum work load of 12 credit hours per semester and a maximum of 18 credit hours.
6.0 REGISTRATION OF COURSES
6.1 a) All students shall register in person during the official period of registration. b) The registration must be done under guidance and supervision of assigned authorities of the School
6.2 A student who fails to register a course shall be disqualified from taking the course.
6.3 All registration formalities shall be completed in two(2) weeks. Late registration will attract a fine.
6.4 A student who fails to register within the first four weeks from commencement of the semester shall
Forfeit the right to register for the semester.
6.5 Dates for registration and orientation will be announced in the academic calendar
6.6 Every student shall pay a non refundable registration fee to be announced at the beginning of the
Semester. Admin Staff
Our admin staff has the ability to nurture and empathize with students from all backgrounds. They have desire and understanding to work with ethnically diverse populations in an urban environment. They have ability to share and promote new ideas. Our staff is capable of outstanding classroom management skills and abilities to lead others and maintain a positive learning environment as well as commitment to consistency and fairness in dealing with individual students. Problem-solving abilities and critical-thinking skills together with flexibility and openness to new ideas. Willingness to assist other teachers in improving their skills. Tutors
We have highly qualified staff working for us, our tutors are senior nurses, senior midwives who deliver lectures with dedication. Confidentiality and trust are high on the list – our good Tutors are trustworthy, discreet and respectful of students’ privacy. They encourage and motivate their tutees and ensure that they remain well informed about their academic performance. Our tutors have the listening skills which includes the genuine respect and empathy, without interrupting and without assuming to know what the student thinks and feels.
1.0 NAMES AND QUALIFICATIONS OF TEACHING STAFF
2.0 Health care
1. Hannah Entsil
2. Richmond Gomashie
3. Stephen Akwasi Boadu
Business studies
1. Isaac Asomaning
2. James Ohene
3. Edward Makei Martey
4. Richard Appiah
5. Joseph Woode
PROGRAMS OFFERED
1. DBS (Diploma in Business Studies)
OPTIONS:
Accounting options
Marketing:
Management
2. Information Communication Technology
3. Health Care
Health care assistants, also known as nursing assistants or nursing auxiliaries, help other health care professionals with the day-to-day duties surrounding patient care. Patients may be elderly, suffering long-term sickness, recovering from surgery, have mental health problems, physical disabilities or learning difficulties. Course Contents
• Basic care
• First Aid
• Med & Surg. care
• Anatomy and physiology
• Environmental care
• Antenatal care
• Aspects of sociology and psychology(mental health)
• Communication skills/ ICT training
Their work involves
Health care assistants work in hospitals, residential care homes, and the community, assisting patients with tasks they cannot manage on their own. Health care assistant’s also visit and support patients in their own homes. In hospitals they may es**rt patients between hospital departments, assist with treatments or examinations, keep the ward tidy, check and sort supplies and help with paperwork. Health care assistants working with patients, who have mental health or learning disabilities, may generate activities to increase their self-confidence. This can involve shopping trips or outings to leisure facilities. Hours and Environment
Health care assistants usually work 48 hours a week, including morning, afternoon and nights, bank holidays and weekends on a shift or Rota system. Flexible and part-time hours are often available. Skills and Interests
To be a health care assistant, you should:
• be friendly and outgoing, able to relate to people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• be tactful and sensitive, particularly when helping patients with personal care
• not be embarrassed or squeamish about personal or unpleasant tasks
• treat patients with respect
• be physically strong for lifting and supporting patients
• be gentle, as many patients will be frail
• be able to work on your own initiative or as part of a team
• be reliable and patient with a sense of humor. Entry
Applicants with SHS Certificate or WASSCE with good passes six subjects (3 core(maths,English & science ,3 electives) and other higher qualifications can also apply automatic admission. Other basic requirements are NVTI, Technical, a Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) with excellent passes in six subject is also ok,but they will sit for our foundation course and write an exam to qualify. You should be in good physical health but there is no maximum age for entry. ADMINISION TO STUDY
Students shall be required to pay all approved fees on or before registration. A penalty fee will be charged in the case of delay in Payment of course fee or any other fees. Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications do I need? ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. 1.1 Applicants seeking admission into UDL COLLEGE School of Health care must submit
2. a completed application form for admission
3. ii a non refundable application fee
4. iii. certificate of result from last school oz:Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSSCE) or West
5. African Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (WASSCE)
6. Candidates must have passes in THREE (3) core subjects English, Mathematics, Integrated Science and at least passes in any THREE (3) elective subjects with an aggregate of Twenty four (24) or better.
7. Candidates must be a least 18 years of age.
8. Candidates must pass an interview conducted by the
admissions Committee.
9. Candidates must be medically fit.
10. Candidates must have no criminal record.
11. Candidates, who do not satisfy the admission requirements,
are not eligible for admission.
12. Candidates, who accept an offer of admission knowing
fully well of their ineligibility e.g through fake or forged
certificates etc. do so at their own pril. For they shall be
made to withdraw form the School irrespective of their level
and progress attained. Canditadates who hold qualification such as BECE or any higher qualification can also apply for health care studies to qualify as a health care assistant.
2. Has the school been accredited? Yes, currently the school has been approved by the National Vocational Training Institute of Ghana and Ghana Education Service to provide health care and Business studies programs. The institutions we have connections with are internationally accredited and approved colleges who have been involved in health care education for decades. Currently the institution is on process at the National Accreditation Board to acquire
National Accreditation status to become a University college. This will enable us run Diploma and Degree programs at the school.
3. What training do I need? All health care assistants attend our Orientation Program, which ensures you are able to carry out your role safely. You will also receive induction into the areas in which you will be working to ensure you are familiar with its policies, procedures and ways of working. You will also undergo a formal intensive classes with periodic class test and assignment for 6 months, you will also be going for Practical at hospital and clinic whiles in school which will be on a shift system after which you will sit for internal examination .External examination which includes Written, Practical and Oral test which will be conducted under the supervision National Vocational Training Institute of Ghana (health care) Ghana education service (DBS) to qualify, attachment will follow after completion to master the skills you have acquired during the training.
4. Can I further to higher programs or upgrade after completing? Yes you can further, health care graduate can come back to the school and upgrade to certificate 2 and eventually to the university to study public health
Business studies students can apply to the Universities of their choice to study business from level 200 at degree levels.
5. What areas can I work in? There are many clinical areas in which you can work as a health care assistant including hospitals, out outpatient clinics diagnostics, home care ,medicine (including elderly care), intensive care, neurology, oncology, physiotherapy, herbal clinics, operating theaters, surgery and women's services (including maternity services) . Note: Night shifts are Double shift 12 hours. Business studies graduate can find themselves working in banks and other financial or business institutions.
6. What hours can I work? The majority of health care assistants work shifts: either morning, afternoon and night shifts, but basic hours are 8 hours. Depending on the policies of hospital or the health care facilities in which you are working. Part-time work is often available.
7. What is a health care support work? Health care assistants, help other health care professionals with the day-to-day duties surrounding patient care:
• helping keep patients clean
• helping patients to eat and dress
• toileting
• making beds
• measuring and recording temperature, pulse and respiration
• taking and testing urine samples
• chatting to patients
• supporting patients with mobility problems
8. What is the duration of the programs course? Duration of program
It is 12 months (one year) intensive course after attending the course the candidates will be sent for attachment for the next 6 months at hospital, homes any other health care facility mentioned above where they will work in order to get experience and references. It the same for the DBS programs too.
9. Will I be provided job on completion? If you want to earn a reasonable amount of income quickly and interested to become part of healthcare environment. With effect from June 2012 the school is adopting a automatic Job provision system in order for all our students to be involved and actively working. The job areas will include hospital, home care, pharmacy, sale of healthcare products and laboratory services.
10. Do I need a police check? Healthcare or business studies graduate workers in Ghana do not need check by the police before they are allowed by the law to work in healthcare sector.
12. How can I apply? You can apply by buying our application form the training center or download from our website or page. Alternatively call us on phone numbers provided in contact us. We will be glade to help you regarding your queries about the course.
13. What I should bring with me to get registered for the course? You should bring with u a photocopy of your result slip or certificate(s), testimonial and 2 passport size photographs.
14. How much does it cost? The course fee changes each academic year so alternatively please contact us by phone. However the current fees will be on the admission letter or will be made known to you on purchasing the registration form.
15. How can I pay? You can pay by installments. But to start the program you have to pay 50% or more of your total fees and the rest paid 3 months on entering the program. Students who do not pay fully will not be allowed the opportunity to do their practical, attachment, write their final exams and will not have opportunities for job placement.
16. Do I need to have any IT Knowledge before coming to the school? It is good if you have IT background but it is not a necessary requirement.
17. Will I be provided accommodation? No , but on request the school can arrange accommodation at the nearest hostel around the school for each semester. For information on the cost and processes for accommodation call the hostel manager
on 0547245528.
18. Mode of Payment:
All fees must be paid into the school bank account. A payment plan can be designed on request. Account Details please call us on 0547245528. SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Entertainment
Excursion
Debate
QUIZ
APPLICATION FEE: GHC50.00
PROSPECTUS/STUDENT HAND BOOK
SCHOOL FEES: CALL THE SCHOOL TO GET LATEST FEE
Tuition fee:
May be changed periodically so call the school to get latest fees
Other fee:
Hostel: Call 0245417829 so that we can arrange one for you. ITEMS WHICH WOULD BE PROVIDED BY THE SCHOOL
Supplies Female
a. Prescribed School Uniform
b. School Identity Card
c. Exercise books and pen
Supplies for Male
a. Exercise books and pen
ITEMS ALLOWED IN THE HOSTEL
FEMALE
a. 1 Medium size bag
b. 1 Jute bag (Ghana must go)
c. 1 Pair of rubber sole black shoes for classes
d. 1 Pair of white rubber or black shoe for church
e. 2 Bed Sheets of your Choice (Single size)
f. 1 Pajamas (sleepwear)
g. 1 Pillow
h. 2 Pillow Case
i. 1 Mosquito Net
j. 1 Torch Light
k. 1 Student Foam Mattress
l. Small Earrings
m. 1 Bucket
n. 1 Insecticide Spray
o. 1 Holy Bible
p. 1 scrubbing brush
q. 1 Detergent: Parazone and Dettol
MALE
a. 1 Medium size bag
b. 1 Jute bag (Ghana must go)
c. 1 Pair of rubber sole black shoes for classes
d. 1 Pair of Black trousers
e. 1 Pair of Brown trousers
f. 1 Pair of white rubber or black shoe for church
g. 2 Bed Sheets of your Choice (Single size)
h. 1 Pajamas (sleepwear)
i. 1 Pillow
j. 2 Pillow Case
k. 1 Mosquito Net
l. 1 Torch Light
m. 1 Student Foam Mattress
n. 1 Bucket
o. 1 Insecticide Spray
p. 1 Holy Bible
q. 1 scrubbing brush
r. 1 Detergent: Parazone and Dettol
PRACTICAL ITEMS WHICH YOU SHOULD BRING ALONG
a. Roller Bandage
b. Triangular Bandage (2)
c. Nursing Dictionary
d. Disposable Gloves (1 box)
e. Thermometer
f. Apron/coat
g. Cap
h. Sphygmomanometer(BP apparatus)
i. Breast or crest watch
Note: some of the above items can be purchased on campus on arrival
