The Ministry of Health (MOH) of Brunei Darussalam regulates and supervises T/CM practices, including the accrediting relevant courses. Within the MOH, T/CM Unit oversees rules, policies, and guidelines related to the T/CM procedures, includes ensuring that educational programs adhere to required standards and supervising the registration and accreditation of practitioners (1).
The Brunei Darussalam National Accreditation Council (BDNAC), established in 1990, is the sole accrediting authority responsible for evaluating and recognizing qualifications, including those related to T/CM. It ensures that educational credentials align with government-set standards.
Organizations involved in this country’s course accreditation, as listed in the following databases:
- Ministry of Health (MOH)-Brunei Darussalam – https://moh.gov.bn/
The MOH is the primary governmental body responsible for regulating healthcare in Brunei, including T/CM. While there is no specific accreditation system for traditional medicine courses, the MOH oversees health-related regulations and may play a role in setting standards for T/CM practices.
- Traditional & Complementary Medicine Unit (TCMU), Ministry of Health (MOH) – https://moh.gov.bn/services/pharmary-services/
This department within the MOH responsible for the development and regulation of T/CM in Brunei. It ensures safe practices, sets regulations, and promotes research in the field. While the TCMU does not directly accredit courses, it influences policies and standards that practitioners and courses must follow.
- Brunei Darussalam National Accreditation Council – https://bdnac.moe.gov.bn/
The BDNAC plays a key role in ensuring the quality and standards of education, training, and services across various sectors, including health and medicine. However, its role in T/CM accreditation is more indirect, as primarily regulatory oversight falls under the MOH and the TCMU.
Reference
- Ministry of Health. Guidelines for registration of Traditional and Complementary medicine practitioners in Brunei Darussalam. Ministry of Health. Available at: https://moh.gov.bn/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tcam-Guidelines-for-Registration-of-Traditional-and-Complementary-Medicine-Practitioners-in-Brunei-Darussalam.pdf
