Admission costs for first-year students attending Nursing and Allied Health Training Institutions for the 2025–2026 academic year will be lowered by 50%, according to a Ministry of Health announcement.
The action is a component of the government’s nationally implemented “No-Fee-Stress” policy, which aims to lessen the financial strain on college students and their families.
The Ministry said in a news release signed by Deputy Director and Ministry spokesperson Tony Goodman that about half of the authorized expenses for all qualified students starting their training this academic year have been covered by the government.
“This reduction fulfills the commitment of His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, to provide financial relief for parents and students who are determined to pursue their academic and professional dreams,” the statement read.
Additionally, the Ministry instructed all nursing and allied health training institutions to adhere exactly to the specified items and approved rates as conveyed. Institutions are not allowed to demand payment for things covered by the policy or charge more than what has been authorized.
The Ministry cautioned that principals who disregard this instruction “do so at their own peril.”
In accordance with the new policy, heads of institutions have been directed to start the procedures required for student admission for the 2025–2026 academic year.
The Ministry underlined its dedication to protecting students’ welfare and guaranteeing fair access to health training courses.
Source: newsthemegh.com