The Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) has announced that beginning October 2025, its licensing examinations will be conducted through a computer-based testing (CBT) system, marking a significant shift from the traditional paper-based format.
In a statement issued in Accra and signed by the Registrar, Dr. Shirazu Issahaku, the Council said the transition to a digital platform is aimed at improving efficiency, fairness, and security in the examination process.
According to the AHPC, the new system will allow candidates to take their exams on a secure computer platform designed to deliver faster results, minimise human errors, and enhance the integrity of the licensing process.
“It’s the same examination in terms of content and standards, only delivered through a secure digital platform,” the statement explained. “Questions will appear on screen, and candidates will input their answers using the computer.”
Dr. Issahaku noted that adopting the CBT model aligns Ghana’s licensing framework with global best practices in assessing health professionals.
The Council emphasised that while the new system will not change the scope or difficulty of the examination, it will make the process more transparent and efficient.
All graduates from accredited Allied Health training institutions who meet the Council’s eligibility requirements will be eligible to sit for the new computer-based exam.
The AHPC also indicated that the licensing examination will follow a fixed annual schedule, with the main examination in October and a supplementary session for candidates who need to retake papers. Specific dates and venues will be published on the Council’s official website and social media platforms.
To ensure a smooth transition, the Council assured candidates and training institutions that practice tools and orientation materials will be made available ahead of the first CBT examination.
“The Council assures all stakeholders of a seamless rollout of the computer-based testing system,” the statement concluded. “We remain committed to upholding the highest standards in assessing the competence of Allied Health professionals in Ghana.”
