The Allied Health Professionals Council has been established to regulate 56 allied healthcare courses in Pakistan. This council aims to oversee and standardize the education and training of allied health professionals, ensuring they meet the required standards.

The council’s primary objectives include:

– Registration and Licensing: Registering and licensing allied health professionals to ensure they meet the required qualifications and standards.
– Accreditation of Institutions: Accrediting institutions that offer allied health courses to ensure they meet the required standards.
– Conducting Examinations: Conducting examinations to assess the competence of allied health professionals.
– Continuing Professional Development: Promoting continuing professional development among allied health professionals to ensure they stay updated with the latest developments in their field.

The council will play a crucial role in regulating the allied healthcare sector in Pakistan, ensuring that allied health professionals are competent and provide quality care to patients.