Published: November 7, 2025
TUBMANBURG, Bomi County — The Liberian Board for Nursing and Midwifery (LBNM) has adopted new national education, indexing, and clinical training policies aimed at standardizing nursing and midwifery education nationwide and tightening oversight of training institutions. The adoption followed a three-day national conference in Tubmanburg that brought together regulators, school administrators, and health sector partners.
Officials say the move represents a major step toward ensuring that all nurses and midwives trained in Liberia meet nationally and internationally recognized professional standards.
“This is a turning point for the nursing and midwifery profession in Liberia,” said Mrs. Cecelia Kpangbala-Flomo, Registrar of the LBNM. “Strong and clear policies are necessary to produce competent and ethical healthcare professionals. Every institution must now meet accreditation requirements before offering training.”
Kpangbala-Flomo warned that the board will take action against schools operating without approval, saying unauthorized programs weaken professional credibility and endanger patients. She encouraged students and health workers to verify that institutions are accredited before enrolling or hiring.
Oversight, Accountability, and Enforcement
The new policies outline stricter monitoring, curriculum review, and clinical supervision mechanisms. LBNM officials say routine assessments will now determine whether schools meet minimum standards for instruction, staffing, and clinical practice.
“Anyone found operating illegally or without proper accreditation will face legal consequences,” the Registrar said. “This is not about punishment — it is about protecting lives. Nurses and midwives are the backbone of our healthcare system.”
Launching a New Phase of Reform
Serving as Chief Launcher, Dr. Zobong Norman, President of Bomi Community College, praised the reforms as foundational to elevating classroom and clinical competence.
“What we are witnessing is the beginning of a stronger future for healthcare delivery in Liberia,” Dr. Norman said. “These policies provide a blueprint for structured training and institutional accountability.”
Following the launch, heads of training institutions and educators pledged to implement the standards within their programs.
“This process gave us renewed clarity on what quality training must look like,” one participant said. “We are returning to our campuses ready to apply these reforms.”
A System in Transition
Liberia has long faced shortages of trained clinical staff and uneven training quality, challenges further exposed during national health emergencies. The LBNM says the new policies are part of ongoing efforts to professionalize the health workforce, restore public trust, and align Liberia’s training pipeline with global best practices.
“The work does not end with adoption,” Kpangbala-Flomo said. “The next phase is rigorous implementation and continuous improvement. Our patients deserve safe, competent care — and our training system must deliver it.”
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