SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
3.2 - Number graduating in health professions
To strengthen public health systems and address critical healthcare needs, Leyte Normal University (LNU) is dedicated to educating and empowering the next generation of medical and health professionals.
We track the proportion of our total graduates completing degrees across accredited health-related disciplines, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, and allied health sciences. Through rigorous clinical training, state-of-the-art facilities, and comprehensive health education programs, our institution actively expands opportunities to supply qualified, compassionate healthcare workers who advance well-being and elevate care standards across our communities.
3.2.1 - Proportion of graduates in health professions
Graduates in Health Professions
Leyte Normal University (LNU) continues to contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by producing graduates in health-related disciplines who are equipped to support the healthcare system in the region and beyond. The University sustains its mandate to strengthen human resource capacity in the health sector through relevant academic programs and training initiatives that promote preventive health, wellness education, and community health leadership.
For the most recent academic year, LNU recorded a total of 1,489 graduates, of which 181 completed degrees in health-related professions. These include programs focused on medical education preparation and physical education, all designed to advance community health and well-being in alignment with SDG 3 targets.
This reflects that 12.15% of the university’s total graduates are in the health professions, underscoring LNU’s strong contribution to developing qualified professionals who can address both local and national health challenges.
Table 1. Data on Proportion of Graduates in Health Profession (2024)
| Description | Data |
|---|---|
|
Proportions of graduates in health professions |
12.15% |
|
Number of graduates |
1,489 |
|
Number of graduates in health professions |
181 |
Beyond producing graduates in health professions, LNU demonstrates a sustained commitment to advancing SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being through active collaboration with a diverse network of health institutions. These partnerships extend the reach of the university’s medical, mental health, and wellness initiatives to both its academic community and the wider public. Through continuous engagement with local, national, and global health partners, LNU strengthens its role as a catalyst for inclusive, community-responsive, and globally aligned health promotion and education.
