The traditional diploma and insignia ceremony for graduates of the IFSI (Institute of Nursing) and IFAS (Institute of Nursing Assistants) took place, with HRH Princess Caroline of Hanover, the institute’s patron, in attendance on Thursday, September 19.
Further prominent figures at the ceremony included Christophe Robino, Minister of Social Affairs and Health; Franck Lobono, National Councilor representing the President of the National Council; Thomas Brezzo; and Benoîte Rousseau de Sevelinges, Director of the Princess Grace Hospital Center (CHPG).
Josette Piazza-Cadiou, the Director of the Institute, praised the graduates for their rigorous work throughout their training—three years for nurses and one year for nursing assistants. She reiterated the institute’s long-standing values: “Since 1929, our principles have remained loyalty, respect, rigour, responsibility, competence, compassion, and altruism.”
The top graduates, Laetitia Racca (IFAS) and Marine Guicheney (IFSI), expressed their gratitude to the institute’s teaching staff and the CHPG leadership, highlighting the privilege of training in such a prestigious and value-driven institution.
In total, 21 nurses from the “Elie Semoun” 2021-2024 class and 13 nursing assistants from the 2023-2024 class received their diplomas, presented by Princess Caroline of Hanover.
