The Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) will begin conducting its licensing examinations through a computer-based testing (CBT) system starting October 2025, marking a major shift from the traditional paper-based format.

In a statement signed by the Registrar, Dr. Shirazu Issahaku, and issued in Accra, the Council said the new system aims to enhance efficiency, fairness, and security in the examination process.

According to the AHPC, the digital transition will allow candidates to take their exams on a secure computer platform designed to produce faster results, minimise human error, and strengthen the integrity of the licensing process.

“It’s the same examination in terms of content and standards, but delivered through a secure digital platform,” the statement said. “Questions appear on screen, and candidates input their answers using the computer.”

Dr. Issahaku explained that adopting the CBT model aligns Ghana’s licensing framework with global best practices in health professional assessment.

The Council emphasised that the change will not alter the scope or difficulty of the examination but will make the process more transparent and efficient.

All graduates of accredited Allied Health training institutions who meet the Council’s eligibility requirements can sit for the new computer-based exam.

The AHPC further clarified 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. Details of examination dates and venues will be published on the Council’s official website and social media pages.

The Council assured candidates and training institutions of a smooth transition, noting that practice tools and orientation materials will be made available ahead of the first sitting.

“The Council assures all stakeholders of a seamless rollout of the computer-based testing system,” the statement concluded. “We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in assessing the competence of Allied Health professionals in Ghana.”