The Nursing Assistant Course is a practical healthcare training program designed to equip learners with essential skills to support nurses and medical staff in providing quality patient care. The course focuses on basic nursing procedures, patient comfort, hygiene, infection control, and compassionate care across healthcare settings.

This program is ideal for individuals seeking a fast, meaningful entry into the healthcare profession.

Course Duration

6 Months
(Includes theory and supervised practical training)

Minimum Entry Requirements

• KCSE Grade D (Plain) and above

• Passion for healthcare and patient support

Course Objectives

Upon completion, trainees will be able to:

• Assist nurses in daily patient care activities

• Monitor and record basic patient vital signs

• Maintain patient hygiene, comfort, and dignity

• Apply infection prevention and control measures

• Support patient feeding, mobility, and safety

• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams

Course Content

Key units include:

• Introduction to Nursing Assistance

• Basic Anatomy and Physiology

• Patient Care and Hygiene

• Vital Signs Monitoring

• Infection Prevention and Control

• Nutrition and Feeding Assistance

• First Aid and Emergency Response

• Patient Mobility and Safety

• Professional Ethics and Communication

• Occupational Health and Safety