GTEC Orders Royal Nursing College to Refund Students After Accreditation Revoked

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has ordered Royal Nursing College in Tafo Nhyiaeso, Kumasi, to refund fees collected from students in Levels 100 and 200 after the college’s accreditation was revoked and it was officially shut down. The decision comes amid concerns that students were admitted into programmes that are no longer recognised by the tertiary education system.

GTEC confirmed that Royal Nursing College lost its accreditation on February 19, 2026, following violations of regulatory standards. Students in Levels 100 and 200 were admitted after the revocation, meaning their enrolment is considered invalid. As a result, they are not officially recognised under Ghana’s tertiary education framework.

The Commission held discussions with officials from the University of Cape Coast (UCC), which had previously affiliated with Royal Nursing College. UCC revealed that it does not have records for the affected Level 100 and 200 students because their admissions occurred after the college’s accreditation had lapsed. Consequently, these students were enrolled in programmes that operated outside the law.

In line with the directive, GTEC has instructed the college to refund all fees paid by students in the first two years of study, ensuring that families are not financially disadvantaged due to the institution’s failure to maintain proper accreditation.

For Level 300 students, GTEC stated that UCC will conduct a comprehensive audit to verify eligibility. Only students who meet the required criteria will be absorbed into the university’s programmes, allowing them to continue their studies legitimately.

The revocation followed actions by both GTEC and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana, which withdrew the college’s licence to operate. UCC also terminated its affiliation with the institution, leaving Royal Nursing College unable to function legally.

Authorities have indicated that some members of the college’s management have been arrested for defying prior regulatory directives and are being processed for prosecution. GTEC stressed that enforcement actions will continue to uphold quality standards in Ghana’s tertiary education sector.

GTEC has also warned the public to verify the accreditation status of institutions and programmes before enrolling. The Commission emphasized that doing so can prevent students from losing time, money, and academic progress due to enrolment in unaccredited schools.

This directive reflects GTEC’s ongoing commitment to maintaining integrity and quality in Ghana’s higher education system while protecting the interests of students and their families.

Source: Thepressradio.com