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MoH revokes internship posting for 348 nursing students
04th August, 2025 08:37 PM
The Ministry of Health has officially revoked internship placements for 348 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSCN) students, citing non-compliance with established public service internship policies.
The decision was announced by the Cabinet Secretary on his X account on Monday, August 4, 2025.
According to the ministry, the affected students had been offered internship posts prematurely, as they had not yet officially graduated or received clearance from their regulatory bodies.
MOH said this contravenes the Public Service Commission Internship Policy and Guidelines (2016) and the Ministry’s own Internship Policy for Healthcare Professionals (2020), which clearly state that only graduates who have completed their studies and obtained regulatory clearance are eligible for internship placement.
“The Ministry of Health wishes to inform the public that it has revoked the internship postings for 348 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSCN) students,” the statement read.
“This decision was made after careful consideration and by the Public Service Commission Internship Policy and Guidelines for the Public Service (2016) and the Ministry of Health’s Internship Policy for Healthcare Professionals (February 2020).”
Fair and transparent postings
Duale emphasised the importance of fairness and integrity in the internship placement process.
“The Ministry of Health is committed to upholding fairness and integrity in the placement process, ensuring that priority is given to individuals who have completed their studies and obtained the necessary clearance,” he said.
The decision follows an internal review of internship establishment ceilings set by the Public Service Commission, which currently allow for 2,000 BSCN internship positions annually.
These placements are subject to structured inter-agency coordination involving budgeting, workforce planning, and regulatory compliance to ensure proper management of healthcare workforce development.
While the revocation affects a significant number of students, the Ministry reassures the public that it remains committed to providing opportunities for healthcare professionals to gain practical experience.
“The Ministry of Health remains committed to providing opportunities for healthcare professionals to gain practical experience and develop their skills through our internship program,” the statement affirmed.
MOH said the move is part of broader efforts by the government to streamline healthcare workforce development and ensure that only qualified and fully cleared graduates are integrated into the public health system as interns. It also seeks to prevent potential exploitation and ensure that standards are maintained in line with national and international best practices.
For the affected students, the Ministry advises patience as they complete their academic requirements and regulatory clearance processes before reapplying for internship placements.
The government stresses that adherence to policy guidelines is essential for the sustainability and effectiveness of Kenya’s healthcare system.
