The Certificate in Basic Nursing Skills is a short, intensive training program designed for individuals aspiring to enter the healthcare sector or support professional nurses in clinical settings. This six-month course provides hands-on instruction in the essential skills required to deliver basic patient care in hospitals, clinics, and community health environments.

The program focuses on practical competencies such as:

• Assisting with daily living activities (feeding, bathing, mobility)

• Taking vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse)

• Infection prevention and control

• Basic wound care and hygiene

• Effective patient communication and ethics

• Emergency first aid techniques

Taught by experienced nurse educators, the course combines theoretical lessons with supervised clinical practice to ensure students are job-ready upon completion.

This certificate is ideal for:

• School leavers considering a nursing career

• Caregivers and community health volunteers

• Support staff working in health facilities

• Anyone seeking foundational healthcare training before pursuing a diploma or degree

Upon successful completion, participants receive a Certificate in Basic Nursing Skills and are equipped to assist registered nurses or work in care homes, health centers, and NGOs that provide basic health services.