UK Social Care Leader Professor Martin Green OBE, Chief Executive of Care England commends IIHS for developing a globally ready care workforce

The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS) has received recognition from one of the United Kingdom's foremost social care leaders, Professor Martin Green OBE, Chief Executive of Care England, for its commitment to preparing skilled, compassionate and internationally aligned health and social care professionals. Following a visit to the IIHS campus in Sri Lanka, Professor Green praised the institution's approach to healthcare education and its efforts to equip students with the knowledge, practical skills and professional values required by the modern care sector. His testimonial, published by IIHS, highlighted the institution's contribution to developing a workforce capable of meeting the evolving expectations of the UK's social care industry. Professor Green heads Care England, the leading representative body for independent adult social care providers in England. Widely respected for his work in social care policy, workforce development, dementia care and person-centred services, he has long advocated for high-quality training and professional standards across the care sector.

As populations continue to age and healthcare needs become increasingly complex worldwide, demand for qualified health and social care professionals continues to rise. Today's care workforce requires far more than technical knowledge. Professionals must demonstrate compassion, effective communication, safeguarding awareness, ethical practice and the ability to work confidently within multidisciplinary healthcare teams while delivering person-centred care. IIHS has responded to these global workforce requirements by offering education that combines academic excellence with practical clinical training and professional development. Its Certificate in Health and Social Care Assistance has attracted recognition from representatives of the UK care sector for preparing graduates with competencies relevant to international employment environments. Professor Green's engagement with IIHS further strengthens the institution's links with the global healthcare community and enables students to gain valuable insight into international professional standards, workplace expectations and best practices. Such collaborations also promote cultural awareness, adaptability and the ability to deliver quality care within diverse healthcare settings.

With more than two decades of experience in healthcare education, IIHS has established itself as one of Sri Lanka's leading higher education institutions in the health sciences, offering internationally recognised academic pathways that support both local and overseas career opportunities. Today, thousands of IIHS graduates and alumni serve across Sri Lanka and many other countries. Health and social care remains one of the world's most meaningful professions, providing opportunities to improve the lives of older persons, individuals living with disabilities, people with chronic health conditions and families requiring professional support. Professor Green has consistently emphasised that social care plays a vital role in preserving dignity, independence and quality of life, while underscoring the importance of a well-trained workforce capable of delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality care. Building on this international recognition, IIHS remains committed to strengthening its programmes, expanding global partnerships and preparing future healthcare professionals who combine clinical competence with compassion, professionalism and ethical practice. Employment opportunities, professional registration and international career pathways remain subject to employer requirements and the immigration and regulatory policies applicable in the relevant country at the time of application.