Functions of the Council

Functions of the Council Without derogation to any other law for the time being in force, the functions of the Council shall be to:-

1. (a) Registers persons qualified to practise as nurses and to grant certificates of registration;
2. (b) Recognise schools of nurses in the State;
3. (c) Hold and conduct examination of student nurses and grant certificates;
4. (d) Arrange periodical inspection of schools of nurses; and
5. (e) Tender advise on training and maintenance of standard by the schools of nursing and generally on any matter pertaining to the nursing personnel and their profession.