The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi has introduced a unified transcript and harmonised grading system for its affiliated Ministry of Health (MoH) Training Institutions.
The measures are designed to eliminate discrepancies in student records, strengthen international verification, and raise academic standards as the colleges prepare to transition into degree-awarding institutions.
Unveiling the reforms at the 12th Graduation Ceremony for MoH Training Institutions, the Provost of the College of Health Sciences, Professor Christian Agyare, said the new system will merge the colleges’ results with KNUST’s diploma terminal examination outcomes into a single, internationally recognisable academic record.
“Currently, our health training institution graduates receive two separate transcripts with different grading systems. This has resulted in inconsistencies in academic records and challenges for international verification,” he said. “Today, I am pleased to announce that a unified and fully harmonised system will be instituted.”
An implementation committee, comprising representatives of the Ministry of Health, the affiliated colleges and KNUST will be established to oversee the rollout.
Prof. Agyare added that KNUST will maintain concessionary admission opportunities for tutors pursuing postgraduate training, describing faculty development as essential for improving teaching quality.
“The quality of training we offer today depends greatly on the calibre of educators we train and empower,” he said. “This is our way of strengthening pedagogical skills and building a transformative teaching workforce.”
He said KNUST will continue to offer professional development programmes, including workshops and seminars on modern teaching methods, examination practices and student assessment.
“KNUST remains committed to organising periodic workshops, seminars and professional development programmes aimed at addressing identified gaps and promoting a unified culture of academic excellence across all the health training institutions,” he noted.
Prof. Agyare urged graduates to uphold integrity, compassion and professionalism as they enter the health sector.
“As you step into your professional career, remember that the health care environment is always evolving. You will be faced with emerging diseases, technological advancement, ethical dilemmas and systematic challenges,” he said. “Your success will depend not only on the knowledge gained but, on your compassion, professionalism, integrity and commitment to lifelong learning.”
This year’s congregation celebrated 19,756 graduates from 76 MoH Training Colleges. The morning session featured Korle Bu PHNTS, Osiem Saviour Church NMTC, Nsawam Brother Tarcisius, 37 Military Hospital NMTC, Korle Bu NMTC, Teshie NMTC, Ho NTC, and Ntotroso CoN.
