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Grading Classification Process for Allied Health Professionals.

Gradingclassificationis a formal process used to classify and recognize allied health professionals based on their qualifications, skills, and level of experience with aim to identify, reward, and vertically promote competent and experienced personnel, ensuring that career growth aligns with professional performance and development.

This initiative ensures fair and transparent recognition of health practitioners based on academic qualifications, professional experience, specialization, and CPD achievements.
The grading also supports career progression and promotion within both public and private health sectors.

Through grading, several key aspects are assessed, including:

·       Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

·       Specialization and advanced skills

·       Additional training and certifications

·       Years of professional work experience and demonstrated competencies

The Grading process is also in line with the strategies set by the Ministry of Public Service and Labor (MIFOTRA) and supports the Ministry of Health through the Health Workforce Development Department to build a strong, motivated, and well-qualified health workforce.

Application requirements.

      i.         Completing online application portal for grading/regrading (click here )

     ii.         Academic and Professional Qualifications: Certified academic transcripts and certificates (e.g., Diploma, Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD with &Recognition of Equivalence from HEC)

   iii.         Valid License to practice

   iv.         Continuing Professional Development Credits evidence (CPD)

     v.         Criminal Clearance Record

   vi.         Updated CV

  vii.         Proof of Performance evaluation for the last three/ six years

viii.         Recommendation letters from the employer

   ix.         Proof of advanced clinical training (where applicable)

     x.         Proof of published work (for consultant level)

   xi.         Teaching or supervisory roles evidences

  xii.         Proof of Payment (30.000RWF) for normal quarterly basis and (150.000RWF) for express application that will be given in five working days.