AKSCONS Opens Registration for Post Basic Psychiatric Nursing 2026: Dates, Requirements, and How to Apply

The Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences (AKSCONS), Ikot Ekpene, has officially opened registration for admission into its Post Basic Psychiatric Nursing Programme for the 2026 academic session, giving qualified nurses a fresh opportunity to advance their professional careers.

The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Registrar, Mr. Philip I. Eduok, who detailed the registration timeline, venue, daily schedule, and mandatory documents prospective candidates must present.

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Registration Dates and Venue

According to the College, registration will run for six weeks, starting from:

• Monday, 9 February 2026
• Friday, 20 March 2026

Venue:
Registration will take place physically at the AKSCONS premises in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State.

Daily Registration Time

Candidates are expected to appear for registration within the approved daily window:

• Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
• Days: Monday to Friday
• Note: Public holidays are excluded

AKSCONS warned that candidates who arrive outside these hours may lose the chance to register for the day.

Documents Required for Registration

All applicants must bring two (2) photocopies of each document listed below. The College stressed that incomplete documentation may lead to outright disqualification.

Required Documents:

• Professional Certificate: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Educational Certificates: FSLC, WASC, SSCE, GCE, NECO, or NABTEB with five (5) credit passes, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
    (Credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings)
• Testimonial from the last professional school attended
• Birth Certificate or Age Declaration
• Change of Name document (if applicable)
• Certificate of Origin
• Two recent passport photographs with red background

AKSCONS described the list as strict and final, advising candidates to double-check all items before arriving at the registration venue.

Official Website for Updates

Prospective candidates are encouraged to regularly check the AKSCONS official website for further announcements or updates related to the programme.

Enquiries and Official Contact

The notice was formally signed by Mr. Philip I. Eduok, Registrar, Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences, Ikot Ekpene.

For enquiries, the College provided the following contacts:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 07066107100
• Phone: 08122603486

Why This Matters

The Post Basic Psychiatric Nursing Programme remains a key pathway for nurses seeking specialization in mental health care—a growing and critical area of healthcare in Nigeria.

Qualified candidates are advised to act early and ensure full compliance with all registration requirements.

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