Prominent achievements of 2023: Kirov State Medical University meets international standards of World Federation of Medical Education (WFME).

      Kirov State Medical University has successfully passed the international accreditation in three educational programs and received international recognition from the World Federation of Medical Education (WFME).

      Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating (IAAR) proved the compliance of programs 31.05.03 General Medicine, 31.05.01 Dentistry, and 34.03.01 Nursing of Kirov State Medical University with international standards of higher medical education.

      As of now, graduates of Kirov SMY receive additional career opportunities. Obtaining accreditation guarantees the recognition of professional qualifications abroad and the right to ECFMG certification (The Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates). Graduates of accredited universities have the opportunity to take the exam for obtaining a license to conduct medical activities by the USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination). As of 2024, all medical universities must be accredited by WFME-recognized agencies in order to guarantee graduates the recognition of diplomas and the right to ECFMG certification.

      In addition, compliance with WFME standards will increase the attractiveness of the university for foreign students, expand academic mobility opportunities and have a positive impact on the internationalization process of all university activities.

      The Rector and top-management of the University express their gratitude to everyone who contributed to this result. New opportunities and achievements are waiting ahead!

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      Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating (NAAR/IAAR) (Kazakhstan) is the first and only organization from the CIS countries that received recognition from the World Federation of Medical Education (WFME) for international accreditation of medical organizations and educational programs.