Government plans to transform medical training model to meet European standards, enhance nurses' competence
The Government of Ukraine plans to transform the model of specialized medical training in 2026 to align with European requirements, tighten professional competence requirements, and create opportunities to expand the scope of practice for nurses.
The Ukrainian government is set to overhaul its medical training model by 2026, in line with European standards, in order to boost the competence of healthcare professionals, particularly nurses. This initiative is detailed in the Program of Activities for the new Cabinet of Ministers, which has set this as one of the objectives for the Ministry of Health.
The plan includes measures to engage newly graduated interns and young medical professionals in healthcare facilities located in rural areas and conflict zones. In 2027, the government aims to align the nomenclature of medical specialties and the duration of medical training with European standards.
Furthermore, the program seeks to enhance continuous professional development for healthcare workers by providing state financial support. It also plans to create conditions for a gradual increase in medical personnel salaries. Additionally, the plan focuses on improving the organization of practical training for healthcare students. This will be achieved through the regulation of clinical bases, university clinics, university hospitals, and simulation training methods.
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