The Advanced Health Care Assistant programme prepares learners to support medical professionals in healthcare facilities. The course equips students with essential patient care skills required in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and home-based care environments.
The programme focuses on safe patient handling, hygiene practices, and basic medical support procedures.
Typically 1 year (may vary depending on intake structure).
KCSE D plain and above recommended.
Basic patient care and hygiene
Monitoring vital signs
Infection prevention and control
Patient mobility assistance
First aid and emergency response
Communication and ethical practice in healthcare
Record keeping and reporting
Practical clinical exposure forms a major component of training.
Health Care Assistant
Hospital Support Staff
Home-Based Care Provider
Nursing Assistant (support role)
Graduates may pursue further studies in nursing or community health.
