new council photo
Iraq Represented for the First Time at WFME Webinar Series
May 13, 2025 – In a significant milestone for Iraq’s medical education community, Dr. Yusra A.R. Mahmood, President of the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges in Iraq, proudly represented Iraq for the first time in the 4th WFME Recognition Webinar Series titled “WFME Recognition Insight: Learn from Experiences Shared by WFME-Recognized Agencies: Best Practice in Local Context.”
NCAMC Board Decision Meeting
On May 8, 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) convened a Decision Board meeting to review the outcome of the recent accreditation process and site visit report for Nineveh Medical College. This critical meeting aimed to evaluate all findings and make a final decision regarding the accreditation status of the institution.The NCAMC remains committed to upholding high standards in medical education across the region, ensuring that all accredited institutions meet the rigorous requirements essential for producing competent medical professionals. The decision will reflect the council`s dedication to fostering quality education, improving healthcare systems, and supporting the development of future medical leaders.Further details about the accreditation decision will be announced soon.
NCAMC Meeting
On April 24th, 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges gathered for an important meeting focused on the insights and outcomes from the recent National Assessors workshop. This workshop, entitled "Enhancing the Capabilities of the National Assessors Team," aimed to equip assessors with advanced skills and knowledge necessary for their critical role in evaluating medical colleges. During the meeting, council members discussed key recommendations that emerged from the workshop, emphasising the need for improved training, collaboration, and resource allocation to elevate the standards of medical education accreditation across the nation.
Specialized Workshop on Enhancing the Capabilities of the National Assessors Team Successfully Concludes
Under the esteemed patronage of The Supervision and Scientific Evaluation Authority and in collaboration with the Deanery of the College of Medicine at Warith Al-Anbiyaa University, the National Council for the Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) hosted a remarkable two-day interactive workshop titled "Enhancing the Capabilities of the National Assessors Team."Held on April 9-10, 2025, at the College of Medicine, Warith Al-Anbiyaa University, this workshop aimed to strengthen the proficiency and performance of the National Assessors Team (NAT) in evaluating medical colleges.
Enhancing the Capabilities of the National Assessors Team
Specialized Workshop: "Enhancing the Capabilities of the National Assessors Team" Under the patronage of The Supervision and Scientific Evaluation Authority and in collaboration with the Deanery of the College of Medicine / Warith Al-Anbiyaa University, the National Council for the Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) is organizing an interactive specialized workshop.Date: April 9-10, 2025Workshop Objectives:Explain and discuss selected national standards and how to extract evidence.Improve the quality of the accreditation process and learn from past experiences.Evaluate the members of the National Assessors’ Team (NAT).Speakers:Members of the National Council for the Accreditation of Medical Colleges.Members of the National Assessors Team.Venue: College of Medicine, Warith Al-Anbiyaa University.Target Audience: Members of the National Assessors Team.
NCAMC Decision Board Meeting
On March 13, 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) convened a Decision Board meeting to review the outcome of the recent accreditation process and site visit report for Kurdistan Hawler Medical College. This critical meeting aimed to evaluate all findings and make a final decision regarding the accreditation status of the institution.The NCAMC remains committed to upholding high standards in medical education across the region, ensuring that all accredited institutions meet the rigorous requirements essential for producing competent medical professionals. The decision will reflect the council`s dedication to fostering quality education, improving healthcare systems, and supporting the development of future medical leaders.Further details about the accreditation decision will be announced soon.
Post Anniversary Meeting
On March 6th, 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges in Iraq held a regular meeting to discuss post-anniversary recommendations. The meeting addressed key points raised by the president of WFME, Prof. Ricardo Leon Boreques, and WFME assessor, Prof. Ismael Matalka. Both emphasized the era of post-recognition and highlighted the importance of continuous quality improvement, the effects of accreditation on transforming medical education, and the role of innovation and technology in medical education. This meeting had been attended by Students representative in the council The meeting also addressed the eligibility decision for the College of Medicine/ Ibn Sienna University for Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Workshop on Accreditation Practices
Workshop on Accreditation ProcessesBaghdad, Iraq – February 20, 2025 – The National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) marked the first anniversary of its recognition by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) with a specialized workshop to enhance the capacity of national assessors.Workshop on Strengthening Accreditation PracticesThe workshop focused on two key areas crucial to the accreditation process:Enhancing the quality of Site Visit Reports (SVR) to ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment with international accreditation standards.Improving document indexing to streamline the accreditation review process and enhance efficiency.The training, led by experienced assessors and accreditation experts, provided practical guidance on standardized reporting, documentation best practices, and common pitfalls in accreditation reviews.
NCAMC Celebrates First Anniversary of WFME Recognition with Distinguished Guests
Baghdad, Iraq – February 20, 2025 – The National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) marked the first anniversary of its prestigious recognition by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) with a grand celebration attended by key international figures in medical education.The event, held on February 20, 2025, brought together prominent stakeholders in medical education, including Professor Ricardo León Bórquez, President of WFME, and Professor Ismail Ibrahim Matalka, WFME Assessor, who played a significant role in the evaluation process leading to NCAMC’s recognition.
The Role of Medical Students as Principal Stakeholders in the Accreditation Process
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, represented by the Apparatus for Supervision and Scientific Evaluation, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) successfully conducted a skill development course on “The Role of Medical Students as Principal Stakeholders in the Accreditation Process” on November 14th, 2024.The course, targeted at senior medical students (Stages 5 and 6), was held virtually on the Zoom platform. Lectures were delivered by NCAMC members and the Head of the National Accreditation Team (NAT).The event aimed to enhance students’ knowledge of the accreditation process and increase their awareness as principal stakeholders in improving the quality of medical education. Additionally, it informed students of their critical role in the Self-Assessment Study (SAS) process and their active involvement during site visits.
Enhancement of Accreditation Process in The Medical Colleges
On October 31, 2024, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges, in collaboration with Al-Ameed University, organized a workshop to enhance the capacity of self-assessment committees in recently established medical colleges and support their steps toward academic accreditation. The workshops cover a variety of topics that are of paramount importance in preparation for the accreditation process, including How to apply for accreditation Guideline on Writing the Self-assessment Report document indexing Best practice panel discussion
National Assessors Visit to Al Nahrain University /College of Medicine
As part of the academic accreditation process and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Iraqi NCAMC, the National Assessors Team conducted a site visit to the College of Medicine at the University of Nahrain from October 20 to 23, 2024. The purpose of the visit was to evaluate the extent to which the college meets NCAMC`s academic accreditation standards and to review the documentation submitted to obtain the international academic accreditation certificate recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). The visit involved examining the submitted documents and conducting a tour of the college to assess its infrastructure and make visual observations related to the educational process.
National Assessor Visit to Al Iraqi University /College of Medicine
The National Assessor Team visited the College of Medicine—Iraqi University from 14 to 17 October 2024 as part of the academic accreditation process. The team reviewed the documentation provided by the college across various accreditation criteria. They conducted field visits to different college facilities and affiliated teaching hospitals and model health centers approved by the college for student training. The team met with the College`s dean, faculty members, administrative staff, and students. They expressed satisfaction with the spirit of cooperation demonstrated by the college’s administration, faculty, and students.
National Assessors Visit to University of Basrah/College of Medicine
The College of Medicine at the University of Basra entered its second round of academic accreditation, having previously obtained conditional accreditation in May 2022. In line with NCAMC policy, the college re-applied for accreditation two years later. The accreditation team began its work, which culminated in a site visit from October 13 to 16, 2024, following a pre-agreed agenda. During this period, the team worked full-time, transitioning to part-time for two weeks to ensure they could complete their tasks thoroughly.
Student Selection Process
On September 5th and 12th, 2024, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) in Iraq will conduct interviews with student candidates from various medical colleges across the country. The purpose of these interviews is to select two exemplary students to become members of the NCAMC.
Iraq Represented for the First Time at WFME Webinar Series
This important international event provided a platform for recognized agencies to share their experiences, challenges, and best practices in implementing WFME recognition standards within their national and regional contexts.
Dr. Mahmood’s participation marks a historic achievement for Iraq, highlighting the country’s growing engagement and leadership in advancing medical education quality and accreditation on the global stage. Her contribution reflected the progress made by Iraq’s national accreditation bodies and medical colleges in aligning with international standards to ensure quality medical education for future generations.
The webinar gathered participants from around the world, offering valuable insights into how local contexts shape the application of WFME standards. Iraq’s involvement is a testament to the dedication of national stakeholders working toward continuous improvement in medical education.
