STUDENTS' SATISFACTION WITH TEACHING FACILITIES AND LEARNING RESOURCES IN SULTAN ABDULRAHMAN COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, GWADABAWA, SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA.

Abstract

Students’ satisfaction with academic facilities is a crucial determinant of learning outcomes and educational quality, especially in health institutions where both theoretical and practical competencies are essential (Tinto, 2021; Fraser and Walberg, 2022). This study investigates the extent of satisfaction among students at Sultan Abdulrahman College of Health Technology, Gwadabawa, Sokoto State, with respect to teaching facilities and learning resources. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted, using structured questionnaires administered to 150 students across ND and HND levels. Results revealed that while classroom adequacy and lecturer commitment scored relatively high, facilities such as laboratories, libraries, internet access, and practical tools were rated poorly. This aligns with findings by Ofoegbu (2024), who emphasized the significance of infrastructure in enhancing student performance. Furthermore, the study found that lack of quality learning resources reduces student motivation and limits hands-on skills, which are vital in health education (Adediwura and Tayo, 2019). The study concludes that improving physical infrastructure, updating teaching materials, and expanding access to e-learning tools can significantly enhance satisfaction and academic success. Therefore, policy reforms and increased funding are recommended to bridge the resource gaps and foster an environment conducive to high-quality health education.