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Nursing Schools in Ghana 2024

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Nursing Schools in Ghana 2023

What are the accredited Nursing Schools in Ghana? What are the admission requirements for Training Colleges, and how do you purchase admissions forms?

This article is a complete guide on nursing schools in Ghana put together by the editorial team here at The Ghanaina Standard.

We also list all legally certified nursing training institutions in Ghana and their locations. We also include a full list of the courses they offer and how you can apply. Some of these health facilities are also some of the best academic institutions in Ghana, and Africa

Nursing training schools in Ghana are some of the best in the world. Nurses trained in Ghana are much sought after in many Western nations. Recently, Ghana exported a team of nurses to Barbados. Ghana has a total of 127 nursing training colleges

Nursing Training Colleges in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

The Greater Region of Ghana has a total of 26 nursing training colleges running various courses in Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing (RMN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Practical Nursing (PN) and more

State-owned Nursing Schools in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

The Greater Region of Ghana has a total of 8 state-owned nursing training schools

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offered
1University of Ghana, Legon, AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing (RMN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Practical Nursing (PN)
2Nursing & Midwifery Training School, Korle-Bu, AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
3Nurses Training College, Pantang.Mental Health Nursing (RMN)
4Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Pantang.Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
5Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Teshie.Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
6Ophthalmic Nursing School, Korle-BuOphthalmic Nursing (OPN)
7Critical Care Nursing & Peri-Operative Nursing SchoolGuide to Critical Care Nursing (CCN), Power of Nursing (PON)
8Public Health Nurses Training School, Korle-BuMental Health Nursing (RMN), Public Health Nursing (PHN)
State-owned Nursing Schools in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

Private Nursing Colleges in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

The Greater Accra Region of Ghana has a total of 18 private nursing training institutions

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offered
1Valley View University, Oyibi, AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Mental Health Nursing (RMN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
2Central University College, MiotsoRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
3St. Karol Sch. of Nursing, Weija, AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
4Pentecost University College, Sowutuom AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
5West End University College, Weija AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
6Nursing & Midwifery Training School, 37 Military, Accra.Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
7Western Hills School of Nursing, Accra.Registered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
8Nightingale School of Nursing, Accra.Registered General Nursing (RGN)
9Narh Bita College , TemaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
10Martin Luther Health Training School,Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
11Family Health University College School of Nursing and Midwifery, Teshie- Nungua, AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
12Health Concern Ghana, AccraNursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
13Nyaniba Health Assistant Training School, TemaNursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
14Golden Sunbeam International College of Science and Technology, Ayikuma-Accra
15Ghana Christian University College, Adenta-AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
16Wisconsin International University College, AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
17Oak City International College Madina-AccraRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
18Knutsford University CollegeRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
Private Nursing Colleges in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Institutions in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

State-owned Nursing Training Colleges in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

The of Ghana has 11 Government-owned nursing training institutions

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offered
1, KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Enrolled Nursing (EN)
2Presby Nursing and Midwifery Training College, AgogoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
3Nursing & Midwifery Training College, KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)
4SDA Nurses Training College, KwadasoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
5Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Ashanti MampongRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID)
6Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Maase OffinsoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
7Midwifery Training School Jaachie PramsoRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID), Registered General Nursing (RGN)
8Nurses Training College, KokofuRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
9Nursing and Midwifery Training College, TepaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC),
10ENT Nurses Training School, KumasiOtorhinolaryngology Nursing (ENT)
11SDA Midwifery Training College, AsamangRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID), Registered General Nursing (RGN)
Nursing Training Institutions in the Ashanti Region of Ghana
Nursing Training Institutions in the Ashanti Region of Ghana
Nurses in a lab | Credit: Pentecost University College, Ghana

Private Nursing Training Schools in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

The Ashanti Region of Ghana has 14 private nursing training institutions

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offered
1Presby University College AgogoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)
2Christian Service University College, KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
3Garden City University College, Kumasi (Dip. & BSc)Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
4Premier School of Nursing, Moshie Zongo-KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)
5Samlee Nursing and Midwifery Training College, KumasiNursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID)
6Community Health Nurses Training School FomenaRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), NAP Midwifery Nursing (MID)
7Abot College of Health Sciences and Technology, Kumasi
8College of Integrated Healthcare, ObuasiRegistered Midwifery (RM)
9Ghana Baptist University College, KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
10Royal Ann College of Health, KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
11Neumann College, KumasiRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
12Withrow CollegeRegistered General Nursing (RGN)
13Manaata School of Midwifery, KumasiRegistered Midwifery (RM)
14Afia Kobi AmpemRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)
Private Nursing Training Schools in the Ashanti Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Bono Region of Ghana

There are 7 Nursing Training Colleges in the Bono Region of Ghana, 5 state-owned, and 2 privately run

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nursing and Midwifery Training College, SunyaniRegistered General Nursing (RGN) Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State-owned
2Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, BerekumRegistered General Nursing (RGN) Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State-owned
3Nursing and Midwifery Training School, Dormaa AhenkroRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State-owned
4Nurses Training College, SeikwaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State-owned
5Nurses Training College, SampaRegistered General Nursing (RGN)State-owned
6Methodist University College, Wenchi (DIP.)Registered General Nursing (RGN)Private
7Catholic University College, FiapreRegistered General Nursing (RGN)Private
Nursing Training Colleges in the Bono Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Bono East Region of Ghana

There are 4 Nursing Training Colleges in the Region of Ghana, 3 state-owned, and 1 private

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nurses Training College, Techiman Registered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State-owned
2Holy Family NMTC, Kenten, TechimanRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State-owned
3Anglican University College of Technology, NkoranzaRegistered General Nursing (RGN)Private
4Midwifery Training College, YejiRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State-owned
Nursing Training Colleges in the Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Ahafo Region of Ghana

There are 6 Nursing Training Colleges in the Ahafo Region of Ghana, all of them are state-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Midwifery Training School, GoasoRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State-owned
2Community Health Nurses Training School, TanosoRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State-owned
3College of Nursing, NtotrosoRegistered General Nursing (RGN)State-owned
4Nursing Training College, KwapongRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State-owned
5Nursing and Midwifery Training College, DadiesoabaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State-owned
6Presbyterian Midwifery Training College, Duayaw-NkwantaRegistered Midwifery (RM)State-owned
Nursing Training Colleges in the Ahafo Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Eastern Region of Ghana

There are 11 Nursing Training Colleges in the of Ghana, 6 state-owned, and 5 private

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nursing and Midwifery Training College, KoforiduaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)State
2Holy Family Nurses Training College, NkawkawRegistered General Nursing (RGN)State
3Nursing and Midwifery Training School, AtibieRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
4Community Health Nurses Training School, Akim OdaRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
5Nurses Training College, OsiemRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC),State
6Nursing and Midwifery Training College, AfosuRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID),Private
7VRA College of Nursing, Registered General Nursing (RGN)Private
8Hopkins Health Training Institute, Akim OdaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Midwifery Nursing (MID)Private
9All Nations University CollegeRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)Private
10Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Odumase-Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State
11Rans-Elliot School of Nursing, KorofiduaRegistered General Nursing (RGN)Private
Nursing Training Colleges in the of Ghana
Nursing Schools in Ghana
Nursing students in a lecture hall | Credit: Catholic University College, Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Volta Region of Ghana

There are a total of 6 Nursing Training Colleges in the of Ghana, 4 of them are state-owned, and 2 are private

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1University of Health &Allied Sciences, Registered General Nursing (RGN), Royal College of Nursing (RCN), Registered Midwifery (RM)State
2Nurses Training College, Registered General Nursing (RGN), Royal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State
3Midwifery Training School, Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
4Nurses Training College, Registered General Nursing (RGN), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
5Modal College, Sgakope (Dip. & BSc)Registered General Nursing (RGN)Private
6Margret Marguart Catholic Nursing Training College, KpandoRegistered General Nursing (RGN)Private
Nursing Training Colleges in the of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Oti Region of Ghana

The Oti Region of Ghana has one Nursing Training College, it is state-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Midwifery Training School, Kete KrachiRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State
Nursing Training Colleges in the Oti Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Central Region of Ghana

There are a total of 9 Nursing Training Colleges in the Central Region of Ghana, 6 of them are state-owned, and 3 are private

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1University of Registered General Nursing (RGN)State
2KAAF University College, Registered General Nursing (RGN)Private
3Nursing and Midwifery Training College Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
4Nurses Training College, Ankaful, Cape CoastMental Health Nursing (RMN), Registered Community Mental Health Nursing (RCMN)State
5Community Health Nurses Training College, WinnebaRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State
6Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Twifo PrasoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Royal College of Nursing (RCN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
7Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Dunkwa -On-OffinRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
8BIMAKS College of Business and Health Sciences, Agona SwedruRegistered General Nursing (RGN)Private
9Godfery Memorial Midwifery Training School, ApamMidwifery Nursing (MID)Private
Nursing Training Colleges in the Central Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Western Region of Ghana

All but one of the 6 Nursing Training Colleges in the of Ghana are State-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nursing and Midwifery Training College SekondiRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM)State
2Midwifery Training School, Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
3Nursing and Midwifery Training College, AsakrangwaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
4Community Health Nurses Training College, EsiamaRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
5Nursing and Midwifery Training College, AsantaRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
6Porters College, SONRegistered General Nursing (RGN)Private
Nursing Training Colleges in the of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Western North Region of Ghana

All 3 Nursing Training Colleges in the Region of Ghana are State-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Bibiani College of Health ScienceRoyal College of Nursing (RCN)State
2Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Sefwi WiawsoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State
3College of Health , Sefwi AsafoRoyal College of Nursing (RCN)State
Nursing Training Colleges in the Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Northern Region of Ghana

There are 6 Nursing Training Colleges in the Central Region of Ghana, 4 state-owned, 2 private

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1University for Development Studies, Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Enrolled Nursing (EN)State
2Nursing and Midwifery Training School, Registered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
3Community Health Nurses Training School, TamaleRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State
4Midwifery Training School, GusheguRegistered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
5Technical University College, Tamale (BSC & DIP)Registered General Nursing (RGN)Private
6New Life College, TamaleRegistered Midwifery (RM)Private
Nursing Training Colleges in the Northern Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the North East Region of Ghana

All 2 Nursing Training Colleges in the North East Region of Ghana are State-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Registered General Nursing (RGN), RMN Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State
2Nursing and Midwifery Training College, NaleriguRegistered General Nursing (RGN), RM Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State
Nursing Training Colleges in the North East Region of Ghana

Nursing Training Colleges in the Savannah Region of Ghana

All 3 Nursing Training Colleges in the Savannah Region of Ghana are State-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Community Health Nurses Training School, BoleRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
2Nursing and Midwifery Training College, KpembeRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Registered Midwifery (RM), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State
3Nurses Training College, DamongoRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State

Nursing Training Colleges in the Upper East Region of Ghana

The Upper East Region of Ghana has 5 Nursing Training Colleges, all of which are state-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nurses Training College BolgatangaRegistered General Nursing (RGN)State
2Presbyterian Nurses Training College, BawkuRegistered General Nursing (RGN)State
3Nursing and Midwifery Training College, ZuarunguRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State
4Midwifery Training School, BolgatangaRegistered Midwifery (RM)State
5Community Health Nurses Training College, NavrongoRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State

Nursing Training Colleges in the Upper West Region of Ghana

The Upper West Regions of Ghana has 7 Nursing Training Colleges, all of which are state-owned

#Institution Name & LocationPrograms offeredOwnership
1Nurses Training College, JirapaRegistered General Nursing (RGN)State
2Midwifery Training School, Jirapa.Registered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
3Midwifery Training School, TumuRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
4Midwifery Training School, NandomRegistered Midwifery (RM), Midwifery Nursing (MID)State
5Community Health Nurses Training School, JirapaRoyal College of Nursing (RCN), Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)State
6Nurses Training College, Wa.Registered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State
7Nurses Training College, LawraRegistered General Nursing (RGN), Nursing Assistant Clinical (NAC)State

Entry Requirements for Application into Health Training Institutions in Ghana

The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana have published the entry requirements for admission into Health Training institutions in Ghana.

All stakeholders are encouraged to adhere to these requirements.

Best Nursing Training Schools in Ghana -
Female Nursing Students in a church service | Credit: Admissions in Ghana

Auxiliary programmes

Age limit; 18-35

GradeWASSCESSSCE
Overall AggregateA cut off aggregate score of forty-eight (48) or better in six subjects comprising three core and three electivesA cut off aggregate score of thirty (30) or better in six subjects comprising three core and three electives
Core Subjects and minimum GradeAt least passes (A1-E8) in three core subjects i.e. English, Mathematics, Integrated ScienceAt least passes (A-E) in three core subjects i.e. English, Mathematics, Integrated Science
Elective subjects and minimum GradeAt least passes (A1-E8) in three elective subjectsAt least passes (A-E) in three elective subjects

Basic programmes

Age limit; 18-35

GradeWASSCESSSCE
Overall AggregateAn aggregate score of thirty (30) or better in six subjects comprising three core and three electivesAn aggregate score of twenty-four (24) or better in six subjects comprising three core and three electives
Core Subjects and minimum GradeCredits (A1-C6) in three core subjects i.e. English, Mathematics, Integrated ScienceCredits (A-D) in three core subjects i.e. English, Mathematics, Integrated Science
Elective subjects and minimum GradeCredits (A1-C6) in three elective subjectsCredits (A-D) in three elective subjects

Post Basic Programmes

ProgrammesService RequirementQualification Requirements
1. Peri-Operative Nursing
2. Critical Care Nursing
3. E.N.T nursing
4. Ophthalmic Nursing
5. Paediatric Nursing
a. Mandatory one-year Rotation/internship National Service
b. Three years experience in a relevant Basic area or two years' work experience upon a request from a facility after internship
Registered General Nursing (RGN),
Mental Health Nursing (RMN)
Registered Midwifery (RM)
Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
Public Health Nursinga. Mandatory one year Rotation/internship National Service
b. Three years experience in a relevant Basic area or two years' work experience upon a request from a facility after internship
Registered General Nursing (RGN),
Mental Health Nursing (RMN)
Registered Midwifery (RM)
Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
Post Basic MidwiferyAt least three (3) experience in a relevant auxiliary areaCHN/HAC
Source; Nursing & Midwifery Council of Ghana

How to Apply in Nursing Training Institutions in Ghana

Cost of Nursing Training College forms

  1. The cost of  Nursing And Midwifery Training College Application Forms for the academic year is Two Hundred Ghana Cedis (GHC 200.00).

Where to Buy Nursing Training College forms

The Nursing And Midwifery Training College Application Vouchers / Codes can be purchased from branches of the following banks nationwide :

  1. Agricultural Development Bank (ADB)
  2. Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) branch

How to Apply (Buy) Nursing Training Colleges forms

  1. Buy application codes from any Agricultural Development Bank(ADB) or Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) branch
  2. Visit any of the health training institutions nearby for assistance in the filing of your Nursing and Midwifery Training College Application Forms or follow the steps below to fill the forms yourself.

How to fill Nursing Training Colleges forms

  1. Buy application codes from any Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) or Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) branch
  2. After making a payment at the bank, you will be given a voucher with a unique PIN and Serial Number.
  3. Then visit https://healthtraining.gov.gh
  4. Enter the PIN code and Serial Number given to you at the bank to begin filling the Nursing And Midwifery Training College Application Forms online.
  5. Track your Admission status with your PIN and Serial Number from time to time after filling the Nursing And Midwifery Training College Application Forms online.

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