GTEC orders Royal Nursing College to return fees after accreditation revoked

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has provided an update on the status of the Royal Nursing College in Tafo Nhyiaeso, Kumasi, following its closure on February 19, 2026, due to multiple regulatory irregularities.

GTEC confirmed that on March 11, 2026, it held a meeting with representatives of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), the College’s affiliate university, to discuss matters related to the institution’s affiliation and mentorship.

The commission announced the following key developments:

Suspension of Affiliation: UCC has suspended its affiliation with Royal Nursing College after the Nursing and Midwifery Council (N&MC) withdrew the College’s licence and GTEC revoked its institutional accreditation.

Invalid Student Admissions: UCC has no record of students in Levels 100 and 200, indicating that these students were admitted improperly while the College’s accreditation had been revoked. These students are not recognised by GTEC, and the College is required to refund all fees paid.

Level 300 Audit: UCC will audit all current Level 300 students and will only absorb those meeting the prescribed entry requirements.

Closure Remains in Force: GTEC’s directive for the closure of the College remains unchanged due to the revocation of accreditation, withdrawal of the licence, and suspension of affiliation.

Legal Action Against Management: College management members previously arrested for breaching regulatory directives during inspections are being processed for prosecution.

GTEC has urged the public to verify the accreditation status of tertiary institutions and their programmes before seeking admission. The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining quality, integrity, and order within Ghana’s tertiary education sector.

This update underscores the importance of regulatory compliance in Ghana’s higher education sector and the consequences of operating outside approved guidelines.