About Our College
Who We Are
Overview
The Holy Family Catholic Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Nkawkaw, is a leading Catholic health training institution in Ghana, dedicated to producing competent, disciplined, and compassionate healthcare professionals. Established in 1974 by the Missionary Sisters, Servants of the Holy Spirit (SSpS), the college has a long-standing legacy of excellence in nursing and midwifery education.
Located in the heart of Nkawkaw in the Eastern Region, the college operates under the ownership of the Catholic Diocese of Koforidua and maintains close collaboration with the Holy Family Hospital, which serves as its primary clinical training site. Over the years, the institution has expanded its programmes from Enrolled Nursing to include Registered General Nursing (Diploma) and Registered Midwifery (Diploma), both affiliated with leading universities — KNUST and UCC.
At Holy Family Catholic Nursing & Midwifery Training College, education is holistic, combining academic rigor, professional skill development, and strong moral and spiritual values. With modern facilities, including ICT laboratories, well-equipped skills labs, a resourceful library, and conducive hostels, students are provided with the best environment to learn and grow.
Guided by its core values of Fidelity, Professionalism, Compassion, and Discipline, the college continues to shape Christ-like health workers who are committed to delivering quality healthcare and transforming communities both locally and internationally.
History
The Holy Family Catholic Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Nkawkaw, has a rich history rooted in the Catholic Church’s mission to provide quality healthcare and education in Ghana. The institution was established in 1974 by the Missionary Sisters, Servants of the Holy Spirit (SSpS) as an Enrolled Nursing School, with the primary goal of training nurses to deliver holistic and compassionate care to patients.
As the demand for skilled health professionals grew, the college expanded its academic offerings. In 1984, it introduced the State Registered Nursing Programme, providing a higher level of professional training. By 2000, the college launched the Registered General Nursing (Diploma) Programme, further strengthening its position as a premier institution for nursing education in Ghana.
In response to the increasing need for maternal and child healthcare, the college added the Registered Midwifery (Diploma) Programme in 2023, affiliated with the University of Cape Coast (UCC). This addition complemented the existing Registered General Nursing Programme, which is affiliated with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
From its humble beginnings, the college has grown into a modern health training institution with state-of-the-art facilities, including ICT laboratories, skills acquisition labs, a well-stocked library, and strong partnerships with healthcare facilities across Ghana.
Today, Holy Family Catholic Nursing & Midwifery Training College continues its legacy of excellence, training Christ-like, professional health workers who uphold the values of Fidelity, Professionalism, Compassion, and Discipline, and who are prepared to serve both locally and globally.