Ministry of Health Postpones Centralized Nursing and Midwifery Licensing Exams to September 4

The Ministry of Health has announced the postponement of the Centralized Nursing and Midwifery Licensing Examinations to September 4, 2025, citing concerns over the risks associated with extensive travel to designated examination centers. In a statement signed by Tony Goodman, Deputy Director and Spokesperson, the Ministry explained that the exams will now be conducted in respective training institutions to ensure smooth participation and effective supervision by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

This decision follows a consultative meeting between the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the NMC, and the Conference of Heads of Health Training Institutions (COHHETI). Minister Akandoh emphasized that the new directive prioritizes candidates’ safety and well-being, while also ensuring fairness and proper monitoring of the exams.

Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, Minister for Health

Key Details:

– New Exam Date: September 4, 2025

– Exam Venue: Respective training institutions

– Reason for Postponement: Risks associated with extensive travel to designated examination centers

– Next Steps: Revised timetable and detailed guidelines to be issued by NMC

The Ministry has assured stakeholders that it will provide necessary logistics for the successful implementation of this directive, while appreciating the cooperation and understanding of candidates, training institutions, and stakeholders