West Africa Health Examination Board Act, 1986
An Act giving effect in Sierra Leone to the West African Health Examinations Board for the training and examination of health personnel.
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Summary
The West Africa Health Examination Board Act, 1986 gives effect in Sierra Leone to the West African Health Examinations Board, a regional body concerned with the training, examination and certification of health personnel (such as nurses, midwives and allied health workers) across West African states.
The Act provides for the recognition and operation of the Board in Sierra Leone, the conduct of its examinations, and the recognition of its qualifications, supporting common standards and the mobility of health professionals in the region. It reflects regional cooperation in health-workforce development.
Main provisions
- Gives effect to the West African Health Examinations Board in Sierra Leone.
- Provides for the conduct of the Board's examinations.
- Provides for the recognition of its qualifications.
- Supports common regional standards for health personnel.
- Reflects regional cooperation in health-workforce development.