National Health Training College (NHTC)

Education Excellence in Service

Join Lesotho's premier institution for nursing and health sciences. Shape the future of healthcare today.

Nursing students in practical training

Student Services

Why Choose NHTC

We prepare highly skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals for Lesotho and beyond.

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Accredited Excellence

Programmes aligned to recognized professional standards.

02

Modern Facilities

Training in simulation spaces that reflect clinical reality.

03

Clinical Partnerships

Hands-on attachments across hospitals and care settings.

Institutional Overview

Overview

NHTC is a Government of Lesotho tertiary institution under the Ministry of Health and an affiliated college of the National University of Lesotho, with programmes at LQF levels 5 to 8 and approximately 450 full-time students.

Vision

A dynamic college of health sciences that integrates excellence in academics, research, innovation, and community engagement with commitment to improving health care services for society.

Mission

To produce qualified, competent, and disciplined human resources who meet the health needs of society.

Core Values

  • Professionalism

    Interactions inside and outside the workplace make people feel valued and respected.

  • Integrity

    We uphold the highest ethical standards and promote trust and respect.

  • Accountability

    We hold each other accountable to the highest standards of performance.

  • Excellence

    We provide exceptional service to our clients and partners.

  • Innovation

    We foster creativity that challenges constraints and norms, thereby driving progress.

  • Teamwork

    We consistently demonstrate an unselfish commitment to working with each other.

  • Patriotism

    We are devoted to our people and will do all in our power to meet the health needs of our nation.