🌿 Est. 2006 · Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom

Become a Certified Practitioner in African Traditional Medicine

Turn your knowledge of nature into professional skills. Learn practical herbal approaches, natural formulation and traditional healthcare practices at Nigeria's foremost traditional medicine college.

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Prof. (Dr.) David Akpan Ntuk — Founder, DDCNS

Our Story

Founded on a Vision to Unify & Elevate African Medicine

Dr. David College of Nature Studies was founded in 2006 by Prof. (Dr.) David Akpan Ntuk — Vice President South-South of the National Association of Nigerian Traditional Medicine Practitioners (NANTMP).

Recognizing the urgent need for uniform, scientific training across traditional medicine practitioners in Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria, Dr. Ntuk assembled leading experts to design a rigorous, internationally-aligned curriculum.

Today, DDCNS stands as a beacon for the scientific advancement, production, and marketing of African traditional medicine.

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Academic Programmes

Choose Your Level of Expertise

From short certificate courses for beginners to postgraduate diplomas for experienced practitioners — we have a programme for every stage of your journey.

CERTIFICATE LEVEL

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Certificate Programmes

Ideal for beginners and experienced practitioners seeking formal recognition. Covers core traditional medicine practice, marketing, and herbal manufacturing fundamentals.

⏱ 3 to 6 Months

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DIPLOMA LEVEL

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Diploma & Advanced Diploma

Comprehensive, structured training across all major departments. Includes research, internship, practicum, and field work for professional readiness.

⏱ 6 Months to 2 Years

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POSTGRADUATE LEVEL

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Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

Advanced specialization for diploma holders seeking research expertise, leadership roles, and professional licensing by MTMPN.

⏱ 6 Months

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Clinical Training Focus

Learn Effective Traditional Solutions For:

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Fibroids

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Arthritis

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Prostate Issues

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Erectile Dysfunction

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Herbal Formulation

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NAFDAC Product Dev.

Herbal medicine manufacturing laboratory

Our Faculties

6 Specialist Academic Departments

Each department offers a full range of certificate, diploma, and postgraduate programmes designed by leading experts.

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Traditional Medical Services

Core clinical and therapeutic practice in African traditional medicine. CTMS · DTMS · ADTMS · PGDTMS

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Herbal Product Manufacturing

NAFDAC-compliant formulation, production and quality control of herbal medicines. CHPM · DHPM · ADHPM

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Traditional Medicine Marketing

Sales strategy, business development and market expansion for traditional medicine practitioners. CTMM · DTMM

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Spiritualism & Self Development

The metaphysical dimensions of African traditional healing, personal growth, and practitioner ethics.

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Medicinal Plants Development & Research

Agronomy, biodiversity, cultivation and scientific research of African medicinal plants.

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General Studies

Communication skills, research methods, computer literacy and civic education for all students.

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Why Choose Us

Where Science Meets African Tradition

DDCNS bridges the gap between ancient healing wisdom and modern scientific standards — creating practitioners who are both culturally grounded and professionally recognized.

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Government Registered

Fully registered with the Federal Government of Nigeria. Reg. No. UY/006629 via Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

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Scientific & Academic Approach

Curriculum developed by a board of experts led by Prof. Godwin O. Essien. Rigorous research, practicum, and examination-based certification.

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MTMPN Licensed Practice

Graduates are licensed through the Modern Traditional Medicine Practitioners of Nigeria (MTMPN) — the national licensing authority.

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International Collaboration Vision

Aligned with global biodiversity frameworks and inter-state cross-national study programmes to meet current global standards.

Become a Certified Practitioner in African Traditional Medicine

Founded on a Vision to Unify & Elevate African Medicine

Choose Your Level of Expertise

Certificate Programmes

Diploma & Advanced Diploma

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

Learn Effective Traditional Solutions For:

6 Specialist Academic Departments

Traditional Medical Services

Herbal Product Manufacturing

Traditional Medicine Marketing

Spiritualism & Self Development

Medicinal Plants Development & Research

General Studies

Where Science Meets African Tradition

Government Registered

Scientific & Academic Approach

MTMPN Licensed Practice

International Collaboration Vision

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