The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the School of Health Technology, Kano, has concluded a three-day digital skills and Artificial Intelligence training for staff of the institution, aimed at bridging the digital gap in higher education.
The training, which held from April 22 to 24 at CITAD office in Kano, focused on Introduction to Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Artificial Intelligence, and other technology-driven tools relevant to healthcare education and practice.
Speaking at the opening session, the Executive Director of CITAD, Malam Y. Z. Ya’u, represented by the Programme Officer for Technical and Innovation, Muhammad Bello Yahaya, said ICT remains vital in improving teaching and learning in health institutions.
He explained that digital technologies have continued to transform medical education through virtual learning platforms, simulations, and access to digital resources.
“Information and Communication Technology in health institutions enhances education through virtual platforms, simulations, and digital resources, improving engagement and knowledge transfer in areas such as anatomy and emergency care,” he said.
He added that modern digital tools are reshaping the delivery of medical education and training.
“Key tools include Zoom, interactive software, and online databases, which enable remote learning and personalized training. ICT also provides access to medical literature and remote training, which is very crucial for rural institutions and continuous professional development,” he added.
Also speaking, the Head of Computer Unit at the School of Health Technology, Kano, Malam Ibrahim Nuhu, described the training as timely and impactful, noting that it strengthened staff capacity in digital applications.
“This training is very important for our staff because it has strengthened their digital capacity and improved the way we deliver teaching and administrative services,” he said.
The Continuing Education Officer of the institution, Malama Nabila Ado Abubakar, expressed appreciation to CITAD for the partnership, saying the training would have long-term benefits.
“We are grateful for this opportunity. The skills acquired here will greatly improve our daily academic and administrative activities,” she said.
In the same vein, the Public Relations Officer of the school, Malam Musa Ahmad Muhammad, described the programme as a step toward modernising health education in the state.
“This kind of collaboration is what our institutions need to remain relevant in today’s digital world,” he said.
Also, the Head of the Medical Laboratory Department, Aisha Jakada, said the training would improve efficiency in data handling, research, and laboratory management.
“We deal with a lot of data and practical work. This digital training has helped us become more effective in documentation, research, and laboratory management,” she said.
Participants at the training also expressed appreciation to the organisers, pledging to apply the knowledge gained to improve their professional duties and service delivery.
