Academic accreditation enhances higher education quality, driving national and international competitiveness.

During a panel discussion at the Higher Education Conference / Second Edition on Saturday, October 11, 2025, entitled “ Academic accreditation is a tool for improving higher education and achieving national and international competitiveness”, the President of the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) participated alongside senior leaders from the Scientific Supervision and Evaluation Authority / MOHESR. The session highlighted the importance of ongoing quality improvement in developing higher education programs at Iraqi universities. The NCAMC president emphasized the importance of stakeholders` opinions and suggestions in enhancing the quality of the accreditation process across all its aspects, describing them as a compass that guides the process in the right direction.

Specialized Workshop for Enhancing the Competence of the National Assessor Team

On 24–25 September 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC), in collaboration with the College of Medicine, University of Nineveh, and under the supervision of the Supervision and Scientific Evaluation Apparatus, organized a specialized workshop entitled “Enhancing the Competence of the National Assessor Team.” The workshop aimed to strengthen the skills of national assessors, train new members, and conduct a mock field visit and site visit report (SVR) writing exercise.

Ncamc Student Peer Awareness Campaign News

On 25 September 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) organised a Student Peer Awareness Campaign led by the NCAMC student representative and held at the Colleges of Medicine, University of Nineveh. The campaign aimed to raise students’ understanding of the accreditation process and their vital role in ensuring quality medical education.

Strategic Partnership for Accreditation: National Council and Medical Association Dialogue

As part of the strategic collaboration between the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges and the Iraqi Medical Association, and in alignment with the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) requirements for stakeholder engagement in accreditation processes, the Joint Committee convened its regular meeting on August 19, 2025, at the Association’s headquarters in Baghdad. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Jamal Al-Muhammadawi, First Deputy of the Iraqi Medical Association, and attended by members of the National Council alongside representatives from key health and academic institutions.

Meeting Stakeholders: Dean Committee and NCAMC

On July 17, 2025, the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) convened a focused meeting with the Dean Committee of Iraqi Medical Colleges to advance national dialogue on accreditation implementation. The discussion centered on two priority areas—supporting colleges during the post-accreditation phase and clarifying the process of eligibility for institutions preparing to enter the accreditation framework. The meeting served as a platform for collaborative input, where NCAMC leaders and medical deans exchanged practical solutions to promote consistency, transparency, and quality improvement across Iraq’s medical education landscape.

NCAMC Representative Participates in WFME Executive Council Retreat on the Future of Global Medical Education Standards

Bangkok, May 2025 –The National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges (NCAMC) is proud to announce that its rapporteur, Dr. Nazar Haddad, participated as a representative in the WFME Executive Council Retreat titled "Shaping the Future of WFME Standards", held alongside the WFME World Conference 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand.This prestigious international retreat brought together leading figures in medical education from across the globe to engage in high-level discussions on the evolution of WFME standards, which serve as a foundation for ensuring the quality and consistency of medical training worldwide.

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.