DSNM Principal Urges Parents To Respect Career Choices Of Their Childrens

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The principal of Dokolo School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mr. Komakech James, has urged parents to support children in choosing careers that match their academic ability, interests and school performance instead of pushing them toward paths based on parental preference. His comments were made as Senior Four candidates across Uganda began the 2026 Uganda Certificate of Education examinations on Monday, October 12.

Komakech warned that forcing students into science subjects at A-Level when they are not strong in them could hurt both exam performance and later career prospects. He encouraged families to help school leavers move into further education or vocational training rather than leaving them at home without direction. He also pointed to several possible career tracks, including agriculture, nursing and midwifery, medical laboratory sciences, radiography and pharmacy, depending on qualifications and admission rules.

The principal said applicants for medical training should pay close attention to core subjects such as Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. For DSNM, he said certificate-level nursing and midwifery applicants must meet the institution’s subject requirements, and those seeking direct entry into diploma nursing after A-Level should have the required passes in Biology and Chemistry. He advised prospective students to check current admission guidelines before applying.

Komakech added that DSNM is preparing for its January 2027 intake and is inviting interested parents and applicants to seek admission guidance early. He also announced a bursary for the first 10 eligible applicants, who would pay UGX 800,000 under the offer, though he said people should contact the school for the conditions and application process.