Dear Esteemed Participants,
On behalf of the Nigerian Society of Travel Medicine (NSTM)—its Board of Trustees and the Executive Council, it is my great honour and pleasure to welcome you to the first-ever Nigerian-owned Travel Medicine Certification Course. This moment marks a historic milestone as You, the members of this pioneering first cohort, are the trailblazers of a new era in Nigerian healthcare:one in which we take ownership of our Travel Medicine training, standards, and global relevance.
As globalization continues to transform the way we live, work, and move, the health risks associated with International Travel are becoming increasingly complex. Whether it’s a Business Traveller heading to the United Kingdom, a Pilgrim bound for the Vatican or Mecca, or a Student studying abroad, the need for competent, evidence-based travel health advice tailored to Nigeria is now non-negotiable.
Over the next few weeks, through a structured fully online hybrid curriculum of Video-based modules, Readable PDFs, Presentation Decks and post module mcq assessments, you will gain:
1. A clear understanding of Pre-Travel risk Assessment and Intervention Planning.
2. Proficiency in Vaccine recommendations, Travel chemoprophylaxis, Medical concierge services
3. Skills to Prevent and treat common in-transit health issues.
4. Insight into managing returning travellers with fever, vector-borne diseases, or post-travel syndromes.
5. The ability to counsel special populations (e.g., pregnant travellers, immunocompromised individuals).
6. Confidence in applying international travel health guidelines in a Nigerian context.
Each of the 14 modules must be completed with the final module dedicated to a capstone project that showcases your full learning journey.
The Capstone: Your Professional Statement
As a Postgraduate Medical Professional, you are expected not only to acquire knowledge but to apply it. The Capstone Project is your opportunity to demonstrate this in a format that reflects real-world practice.
You will choose one of the following:
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The capstone serves as your final demonstration of competency before being awarded the Certified Travel Medicine Practitioner of Nigeria (CTMPN).
We expect all participants to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity throughout this program. This includes respectful engagement in discussions, adherence to deadlines, honest assessment of performance, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Your participation is not just about obtaining a certificate—it is about becoming a leader and advocate for safe, ethical, and forward-thinking travel health practice in Nigeria and beyond. You are also joining a dynamic network of professionals from across the country, each bringing their unique experience and vision. Use this platform to collaborate, engage, and grow. The conversations you start here may shape the future of travel health in Nigeria.
To enhance the value you gain from this course, you are encouraged to participate in the Business Development Skills component by engaging in the cohort’s social media marketing activities.
As part of this initiative, please create and maintain a professional presence on LinkedIn™️ and at least one additional platform (such as X, Threads, Instagram, or TikTok). Ensure that your social media profiles are linked or listed on this learning platform for reference.
Following each module, you are expected to reflect on key insights by submitting comments in the assignment section. Additionally, you are encouraged to share these reflections on your social media platforms, tagging #SkilledScholars, #NSTM, #CTMPN, #YourInstitution, and any relevant individuals or organizations. Please also include the link to your post in the feedback section after each module. A list of recommended hashtags will be shared in the assignment fields.
While these activities are not graded, they are designed to increase your professional visibility and provide foundational skills in social media marketing—an increasingly valuable tool in today’s healthcare and travel medicine landscape.
COURSE GUIDELINES
To ensure a clear, fair, and rewarding experience for all participants, please take note of the following course rules and requirements:
1. Course Duration: Parkinson’s law stipulates that your work will expand to fill the time allotted for its completion. Simply put, if you have all day to do the job, it’ll probably take you the whole day, but if you have two hours, you’ll find a way to do it in two hours.
This course must be completed within three (3) months of registration.
2. Module Access & Deadlines: There are 14 modules. Each module with its corresponding assessment must be completed week to stay on track. Extensions may only be granted under exceptional circumstances.
3. Assessment Requirements: You must score at least 80% on each post-module assessment to successfully complete the course. Assessments can be retaken up to three times per module.
4. Capstone Project: Your capstone must be submitted within the final 2 weeks of the course period. Templates, recording guidelines, and marking rubrics will be provided. Capstones will be evaluated for clinical accuracy, clarity, guideline adherence, and professionalism.
5. Certification Criteria: To be awarded the Certified Travel Medicine Practitioner of Nigeria (CTMPN) designation, you must:
– Complete all 14 modules.
– Pass all assessments (≥80%)
– Successfully submit and pass your Capstone Project
6. Academic Integrity: Plagiarism, falsified submissions, or inappropriate simulation content will result in disqualification. Maintain honesty in all your work.
7. Support and Communication: For any questions, technical issues, or academic guidance, reach out via the course platform or official email: info@nstm.org.ng.
Thank you once again for embarking on this important journey with us. You are not just participants—you are the foundation of a national legacy in travel health. We expect excellence, and we believe you will deliver it.
Let us begin.
Dr Nkechi Ilodibia
President, NSTM.
Dr Ifeyinwa Iherjika
Academic Sub Committee Head, NSTM
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