Home / Health / NIOS Boosts Healthcare: ASHA Certification Scale-Up
NIOS Boosts Healthcare: ASHA Certification Scale-Up
19 Jul
Summary
- NIOS is training officials for the ASHA Certification Programme.
- Over 1.65 lakh ASHA workers have been certified so far.
- The next phase aims to certify 10 lakh ASHA workers nationwide.
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) recently completed a two-day national training program aimed at enhancing the skills of officials involved in the ASHA Certification Programme. This initiative is a crucial step in strengthening India's public healthcare system.
The program, organized by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the National Health Systems Resource Centre, has already seen over 2.27 lakh ASHA workers enroll. More than 1.65 lakh have successfully been certified to date.
The next phase of the ASHA Certification Programme has an ambitious target of certifying an additional 10 lakh health workers across the country. This expansion aligns with national goals for self-reliance and skill development.
This certification is viewed as a significant investment in building a healthier India, aiming to boost the competence and professional skills of frontline healthcare providers. The digital certification platform ensures transparency and improves the quality of healthcare delivery nationwide.
