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Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population announced Tuesday the launch of the first comprehensive professional training program in Egypt in the fields of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT), in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), and with technical cooperation from Siemens Healthineers.

This program is a significant strategic step to enhance the efficiency of Egyptian medical personnel and improve the quality of diagnostic services within the healthcare system, while also opening international career opportunities for young Egyptians.

Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, stated that the program aims to prepare a generation of Egyptian radiology technicians to abide by international standards, qualifying national talent for job opportunities in the German market through an accredited professional pathway linking the two countries.

Trainees will receive a comprehensive package of benefits, including intensive four months of theoretical and practical training on the latest technologies, in addition to free German language courses up to the B2 level.

Abdel Ghaffar added: “The program also relies on a hybrid learning system that combines online training with in-person sessions at the Siemens Academy in Cairo. Full accommodation is provided for trainees coming from outside Cairo Governorate, ensuring equal opportunities for participants from all governorates.”

Dr. Mohamed Fawzy, Advisor to the Minister of Health for Radiology, indicated that the Ministry has established clear and precise criteria for selecting the best candidates.

These criteria include that applicants be Egyptian citizens residing within the country, hold a diploma from a health technical institute or a Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Sciences, be between 21 and 40 years old, and have at least three years of practical experience in CT and MRI.

Proficiency in technical English, the ability to use digital tools professionally, and adherence to the training schedule are also required. Priority will be given to those with basic knowledge of German.

The first cohort of the program targets only 50 trainees, with the application deadline being Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted to schedule personal interviews.

Source: Egypt Today