Under the guidance of the Dean of Al-Zahraa College of Medicine, Professor Dr. Mazen Hawaaz Abdulredha, Al-Zahraa College of Medicine at the University of Basrah held a seminar on the requirements for academic accreditation. The seminar featured the participation of a select group of academicians and experts in medical education. The seminar aimed to familiarize the attendees with the latest standards and global practices that must be followed to achieve academic accreditation and ensure quality in medical education.
The seminar was presented by Associate Professor Dr. Hussein Kadhim Abdul-Sada, Associate Professor Dr. Abeer Layla, and Assistant Professor Dr. Zainab Khaled, with the presence of the heads of the accreditation committees.
The seminar began with an opening speech by the Dean of the College, who emphasized the importance of academic accreditation in improving the quality of education and ensuring the provision of medical education that aligns with international standards. He pointed out that achieving academic accreditation enhances the college's reputation and increases the chances of its graduates securing prestigious jobs.
The seminar covered several key topics, including:
Global Standards for Academic Accreditation: A detailed presentation was given on the international standards that must be met to obtain academic accreditation, such as curricula, teaching staff, and educational resources.
Self-Assessment and Continuous Improvement: The speakers discussed the importance of continuous self-assessment and how to use its results to improve educational programs and ensure quality standards are met.
Curriculum Development: Emphasis was placed on how to develop curricula to meet market needs and ensure students are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to practice medicine efficiently.
Practical Training and Clinical Applications: The necessity of enhancing practical training and clinical applications in medical education curricula was stressed to ensure students are prepared to handle actual medical cases.
The seminar also included discussion sessions and interactive workshops, providing participants the opportunity to exchange experiences and ideas and pose questions about the challenges faced by colleges in achieving academic accreditation and how to overcome them.
At the end of the seminar, the participants emphasized the importance of collaboration between academic institutions and accreditation bodies to ensure the highest quality standards in medical education. They agreed to develop a joint action plan to implement the recommendations and suggestions discussed during the seminar.
This seminar is considered an important step towards enhancing the quality of education at Al-Zahraa College of Medicine and ensuring the provision of distinguished medical education that meets the needs of students and the medical community alike.
