As part of its oversight responsibility under the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) programme, the Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Ambulance Service (NAS), Dr. Patrick Inkoom-Colbelson, paid an official working visit to the Immigration Training School (Vigilante Barracks), Assin-Fosu, on Sunday, 14th September 2025. He was accompanied by the Central Regional Administrator, PAEMT Francis Ohemeng, and the South-Zone Clinical Auditor, among other officials.
The visit formed part of NAS leadership’s broader supervision, monitoring, and evaluation strategy to ensure that the ongoing training of Community Medical First Responders (CMFRs) is structured, effective, and aligned with the Service’s professional standards.
Engagement with Training Facilitators
Dr. Inkoom-Colbelson was formally welcomed by Chief Officer Koduah of the Ghana Immigration Service training school and the NAS training facilitators. Discussions highlighted critical issues, including:
• Questions regarding assessment standards and preparation towards the final examinations and graduation ceremony.
• Logistical challenges related to classroom space, projectors, and residential facilities for facilitators.
Interaction with Recruits
On the parade grounds, Dr. Inkoom-Colbelson addressed the 449 recruits currently undergoing training, commending their decision to serve as first responders. He emphasized the vital role they will play as the first line of emergency response in Ghana’s healthcare system and urged them to remain committed despite challenges. He also opened the floor for questions, addressing their concerns directly.
Inspection of Facilities
The Acting Deputy CEO, together with his delegation, inspected the school’s facilities, including classrooms, hostels, and the clinic, where they interacted with recruits receiving medical care. The team noted areas requiring urgent attention and assured facilitators that NAS would liaise with YEA and other stakeholders to address them.
This visit reflects NAS leadership’s determination to strengthen emergency response capacity nationwide by investing in the training, welfare, and readiness of community-level first responders. The Service remains committed to building a skilled and reliable workforce to deliver timely, professional pre-hospital emergency care to all Ghanaians.
