A stakeholders’ engagement and consultative meeting on the needs assessment findings for the Diploma in Nursing curriculum is currently underway in Lusaka. The meeting, organized by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia (NMCZ), aims to review and align the curriculum with the evolving healthcare demands in the country.
Fellow Nurses Africa correspondent reports that the engagement brings together key stakeholders, including representatives from healthcare institutions, training providers, and regulatory bodies.
In her opening remarks, NMCZ Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Beauty S. Zimba, emphasized the importance of updating the curriculum to address gaps in clinical skills and enhance the quality of nursing education in Zambia.
“The council remains committed to strengthening nursing and midwifery education to produce competent professionals capable of meeting the nation’s healthcare needs,” Mrs. Zimba stated.
The consultative meeting provides a platform for stakeholders to share insights, deliberate on the assessment findings, and contribute to the development of a more responsive curriculum. Fellow Nurses Africa will continue to monitor the discussions and provide updates as the consultation progresses.
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