The Ministry of Health has announced the postponement of the Centralised Nursing and Midwifery Licensing Examinations to September 4, 2025, following consultations with key stakeholders.
The decision was taken during a meeting involving the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and the Conference of Heads of Health Training Institutions (COHHETI).
It was agreed that the examinations would no longer be centralised but conducted in the respective training institutions, reverting to the previous system to allow for smoother participation and more effective supervision.
Minister Akandoh explained that the move was necessary to reduce risks associated with candidates travelling long distances to designated centres. He emphasized that students’ welfare remained a top priority, noting that it was not proper for them to journey across regions for exams.
The Ministry assured stakeholders that all necessary logistics would be provided to ensure smooth implementation of the directive. The NMC is expected to release a revised timetable and detailed guidelines in the coming days.
The Ministry expressed appreciation to candidates, training institutions, and stakeholders for their cooperation and understanding, reiterating its commitment to fairness and proper monitoring of the exams.
