Health Ministry proposes new registration framework to empower allied and healthcare profession in India

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In a significant step towards strengthening India's allied and healthcare workforce, the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has proposed a comprehensive regulatory framework for provisional registration of eligible allied and healthcare professionals. It lays down clear provisions for skill upgradation, proficiency assessment and adoption of regular registration.

The proposed framework aims to ensure greater uniformity, transparency, and accountability in the process of business registration. It also aims to provide systematic opportunities to eligible working professionals to enhance their qualifications and competencies in line with the prescribed standards.

For this purpose, NCAHP has sought advice from the general public and stakeholders on the 'Draft Regulations on Provisional Registration of Allied and Healthcare Professionals' prepared under the National Allied and Healthcare Professions Commission Act, 2021.

The framework includes prescribed eligibility criteria, verification of certificates and documents and clear procedures for registration. This will ensure that the professional accreditation is in line with statutory requirements and the prescribed efficiency standards.