About National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions:
- It is a statutory body established under the NCAHP Act 2021.
- It was established under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
- It aims to enhance the quality of healthcare services by ensuring that all practitioners in the allied health fields meet established national standards.
- It covers allied and healthcare Professions categorized under broad recognized categories.
- Key Functions:
- Standardization: It provides a framework for the evaluation of educational institutions and training programs and ensures that practitioners are equipped with the necessary skills for high-quality patient care.
- Registration and Accreditation: It oversees the registration, training, and accreditation of various allied healthcare practitioners.
- Continuous Professional Development: It promotes continuous learning among allied healthcare professionals, encouraging them to update their skills in accordance with the latest advancements in the healthcare industry.
- Research and Development: It engages in research and development and adoption of latest scientific advancement and connected matters.