National Accreditation Council - Guyana

The National Accreditation Council-Guyana (NAC-G) hosts Groundbreaking National Conference on Quality Assurance in Higher Education and Launches CANQATE Guyana Chapter
The National Accreditation Council of Guyana (NAC-G) hosted a two-day National Conference on Quality Assurance in Higher Education on April 27–28, 2026, at the Regency Suites Hotel, Georgetown. The conference brought together tertiary institutions, NAC-G Council members, external evaluators, staff, faculty, students, and key stakeholders to examine quality assurance, accreditation, and the future of higher education in Guyana.
A major highlight of the conference was the official launch of the CANQATE Guyana Chapter, which will serve as a national platform for collaboration, capacity building, regional alignment, and the strengthening of internal quality assurance systems among registered institutions.
In his welcome remarks, Executive Director Dr Marcel Hutson emphasised that Guyana’s expanding tertiary education sector must be anchored in quality, integrity, standards, competence, and excellence. He noted that growth without quality could weaken public confidence and reduce the real value of qualifications.
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr Mohandatt Goolsarran, underscored the importance of the CANQATE Guyana Chapter in promoting institutional coherence, policy alignment, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making. Delivering the keynote address, Minister of Education, Honourable Sonia Parag, reaffirmed the Government of Guyana’s commitment to expanding access while strengthening quality assurance across universities, technical institutes, and other post-secondary institutions.
Conference sessions addressed public trust in higher education, quality in a time of expansion, graduate readiness, online and hybrid learning, AI and academic integrity, accreditation, TVET, recognition of prior learning, lifelong learning standards, and Guyana’s emerging role as an education hub. Participants also examined practical recommendations to improve registration, accreditation, institutional monitoring, student support, workforce readiness, and internal quality assurance systems.
The conference concluded with the election of officers for the CANQATE Guyana Chapter and the distribution of certificates to participants. NAC-G reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the national quality assurance landscape, safeguarding public trust, and supporting institutions in delivering credible, relevant, and internationally aligned education and training.

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History was made today as Dr. Marcel Hutson, the first Executive Director of the National Accreditation Council of Guyana (NAC-G), to present a pioneering research paper at the request of the University Council of Jamaica. His presentation, delivered to the Caribbean Area Network for Quality Assurance in Tertiary Education (CANQATE), highlighted the crucial role of faculty and staff induction programmes in fostering a data-driven culture within the Caribbean. Dr. Hutson's work emphasised the importance of well-structured induction processes to equip academic and administrative personnel with the necessary skills and knowledge to leverage data effectively in decision-making and quality assurance. This landmark presentation underscored the progressive steps taken within the Caribbean toward strengthening educational frameworks and establishing a culture of continuous improvement across the region's higher education institutions.

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Through the Ministry of Education, the National Accreditation Council—Guyana is pleased to announce the formal constitution of its Board of Directors for the next two (2) years. The Board was established under the National Accreditation Council Act of 2004 and is responsible for accrediting, monitoring, and ensuring the quality of tertiary and higher education institutions across Guyana. This initiative aims to promote academic excellence and uphold the integrity of qualifications awarded by local institutions.

Please see below the key appointees:

Mr Mohandatt Goolsarran
Dr Jacob Opadeyi
Dr Marcel Hutson
Prof. Emanuel Cummings
Mr Hydar Ally
Mr Jairam Petam
Dr Ritesh Tularam
Ms Marcia Paddy
Mrs Doodmattie Singh
Ms Kevaun Sears

The staff of the National Accreditation Council-Guyana extends birthday greetings to the Executive Director.

NAC on the move.

Today, the Executive Director of the National Accreditation Council Dr Marcel Hutson and Quality Enhancement Officers Ms Latoya Benn and Ms Tessa Abrams met with the senior staff of the Cyril Potter College of Education to provide guidance to move the institution to the next level of accreditation. This process aims to promote a culture of excellence and innovation in keeping with the Ministry's agenda of ensuring the institution is competitive and responsive to changes in education and workforce needs. This exercise is vital for integrity, accountability, and continued success of the College.

The Guyana Police Force continues to advance its cause for delivery of quality education for its officers through the assistance of the National Accreditation Council- Guyana. Today marks the launch of it First Junior Officers' Course No. 1/2024. It is noteworthy that the accreditation of the Forces' Academy by the National Accreditation Council has attracted policemen from St Vincent and the Grenadines, Antigua and Barbuda, St Kitts, Bahamas, Grenada and St Lucia.

Today, Dr Marcel Hutson, Executive Director of the National Accreditation Council, Dr Ritesh Tularam Deputy Chief Education Officer Technical, and Ms Beverly McDonald of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs met with representatives of CARICOM to discuss the
acquisition of skills relative to technical and vocational education and training (CTVET) in the promotion of Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME)

The National Accreditation Council continues to impact the quality assurance services provided to tertiary and post-secondary institutions in Guyana. Today, the Executive Director, Dr Marcel Hutson, handed over with the approbation of the Board a certificate of registration to C. Douglas Learning Institute, registered with the Council for the first time. The Guyana Learning Institute also received a certificate of re-registration. Additionally, Texila American University received a letter of programme approval in Doctor of Business Administration. The College of Excellence, Management and Business was also granted programme approval in Master of Business Law (LL.M.)
Dr Hutson congratulated the recipients of the institutions while advising them to see themselves as servants of the people of this nation. He noted that the National Accreditation Council is optimistic about the future and impact of tertiary and post-secondary institutions on Guyana’s social and economic thrust and that it has emerged as a strong body capable of serving in a way that will optimise their potential through its adherence to its long-term vision and plans. Dr Hutson also expressed gratitude to officers, Ms Gonsalves, Ms Persaud, Ms Benn and Ms Abrams for their contributions to the quality assurance process of the above institutions.

The Chairman and Board of the National Accreditation Council (NAC) wish to express sincere condolences to the family and friends on the passing of Dr Olato Sam. Dr Sam joined the Council in 2021 as one of its directors. He served with distinction and played a critical role in the quality assurance services provided to tertiary and post secondary institutions. Dr Sam will be sadly missed by all. To his family and friends, please be assured that as a Council, we are standing with you at this time of bereavement.

Dr Marcel Hutson
Executive Director National Accreditation Council Guyana.