The College has close working relations with academic institutions in the region and other international institutions in the United States and the UK. In addition, the College continues its efforts to strengthen its links with international health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). The College is also designated as a WHO Collaborating Center for Nursing Development, as well as an International Training Organization (ITO) from the American Heart Association.