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World Class Health Science Education
Amref International University (AMIU) is an accredited institution of higher learning focused on training in health sciences and is fully owned by Amref Health Africa.
AMIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed with over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education.
AMIU has nurtured leaders and shaped the future of public health practice in Africa for over 40 years under its predecessor, Amref International Training Centre (AITC). We lead the way in health sciences education with a breadth of programs.
We focus primarily on health sciences with a commitment to progressively develop innovative programs catering to the present and future needs of African populations.
Our Values
- Excellence
- Innovation
- Ethics
- Commitment
- Diversity
- Collaboration
Shaping the Future of Public Health Education
Our Motto
Inspiring Lasting Change
MISSION
To develop a competent workforce and evidence that drive equitable access to primary health care across Africa
VISION
Africa has a skilled workforce that leads evidence-based interventions for lasting health change
Amref International Training Centre (AITC)
An accredited Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) institution of learning focused on training in health sciences
Our Strategies
- We will develop a student-centered education approach
- Our method of training will be competency-based
- We will combine class work with field practice
- We will foster critical thinking through problem-based learning
- Delivery of Training: A strong virtual offering that enhances training at a distance
- Creating equity in access: Affirmative action in student admissions for girls, people from communities in need and fragile countries Learning method
- Delivery of Training: A strong virtual offering that enhances training at a distance
- Creating equity in access: Affirmative action in student admissions for girls, people from communities in need and fragile countries Learning method
- Collaborate with Amref Health Africa and other implementing organizations to implement projects that enhance learning
Amref International Training Centre (AITC) is a recognized institution accredited by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA), specializing in health sciences education. It is fully owned by Amref International University. AITC was established to provide certificate, diploma, and higher diploma programs in health-related sciences. It draws on the extensive expertise and innovative approaches of Amref Health Africa, which boasts over 65 years of excellence in public and community health interventions, training, and education.