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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED CAREGIVING TRAINING

Where can you work as a caregiver or healthcare Assistant professional?

With your Healthcare Assistant Certificate, you can pursue a career globally as a Caregiver, Carer, Hospital Support Worker, HCA, or Nursing Assistant. Graduates holding this certificate are fully trained and qualified Caregivers. They have the flexibility to seek employment internationally in countries such as the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and more, depending on available opportunities. Locally, as long as they are licensed and registered as HCAs in Kenya, they can work in hospitals, hospices, home care agencies, medical centers, clinics, or even as self-employed personal care or home care aides.

HOFACE is committed to keeping all students, especially those who excel, informed about upcoming opportunities both internationally and locally. Additionally, students have the option to further their education in the expansive field of healthcare.

What course modules are offered in the Healthcare Assistant course?

1. Healthcare Assistant

HCA – Module 1

Introduction to healthcare set up

⬤ Who is a Healthcare Assistant?

⬤   Major disciplines in health care

⬤ Roles of an HCA

⬤   Health care departments

⬤ Reporting channels

⬤   HCA and Home-Based Care

HCA – Module 2

⬤   Making the patient’s bed

⬤   Vacant bed

⬤   Occupied bed

⬤   Divided bed

⬤   Cardiac bed

⬤   Orthopaedic bed

⬤   Post-operative bed

HCA – Module 3

⬤   Bathing and grooming the patient

⬤   Complete bed bath

⬤   Partial bed bath

⬤   Tub bath

⬤   Showering

⬤   Grooming

⬤   Oral care

HCA – Module 4

⬤ General Toileting

⬤   Using a commode

⬤   Using a bed pan

⬤   Using a urinal

⬤   Diaper changing

⬤   Normal toilet

⬤   Documenting the findings

HCA – Module 5

⬤   Moving and handling the patient

⬤ Transferring a patient from a bed to a chair and from a chair to a bed

⬤ Turning and positioning a patient on the bed

⬤   Caring for a patients’ skin

⬤   Performing passive exercises

HCA – Module 6

⬤ Nutrition

⬤ Meal preparation

⬤ Feeding the patient orally

HCA – Module 7

⬤ Basic care and management of the patient’s condition

⬤ Various health conditions and how to handle them

⬤ Administration of oral medication

⬤ Recording and reporting all findings

HCA – Module 8

⬤ Infection prevention and control

⬤ Hand washing

⬤ Cough and sneezing etiquette

⬤ Donning and removing PPEs

⬤ Cleaning and disinfecting soiled Items

⬤ Handling sharps

⬤ Carbonizing beds

⬤ Sluicing soiled linen and equipment

⬤ Dusting surfaces

⬤ Waste Management

HCA – Module 9

⬤ Devices and equipment care

⬤ Devices and equipment used in healthcare

⬤ Cleaning and decontamination of equipment

⬤ Devices and equipment storage

HCA – Module 10

⬤ Patient Safety and Environmental Safety

⬤ Ensuring patient safety on the bed, when walking and when seated

⬤ Performing pressure area care

⬤ Preventing the patient from extreme exposure to weather Conditions

⬤ Safety tools and equipment

⬤ Maintaining dry, clean and clear floors

⬤ Proper lighting

⬤ Room ventilation

⬤ Walk ways

⬤ Fire Safety

HCA – Module 11

⬤ Providing basic first aid

⬤ First aid

HCA – Module 12

⬤ Providing psychosocial and spiritual support

⬤ Engaging a patient

⬤ Spiritual nourishment

HCA – Module 13

⬤ Life Skills

⬤ Professional etiquette

⬤ Professional and personal boundaries

⬤ Code of conduct

⬤ Professional values

HCA – Module 14

⬤ Patient and Healthcare workers’ rights

⬤ Patient rights

⬤ Answering patient calls

⬤ Healthcare workers’ rights

COM (COMMUNICATION SKILLS) – Module 1

⬤ Introduction to Communication

⬤ Definition of terms

⬤ Meaning and importance of communication

⬤ Role of ICT in communication

COM – Module 2

⬤ Types of Communication

⬤ Oral

⬤ Written

⬤ Audio visual

⬤ Advantages and disadvantages of various types of communication

⬤ Factors to consider when choosing types of communication

⬤ Services that facilitate types of communication

COM – Module 3

⬤ Lines of Communication

⬤ Vertical communication

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⬤ Diagonal communication

COM – Module 4

⬤ Process of communication

⬤ Essentials to effective communication.

⬤ Barriers to effective communication.

⬤ Ways of overcoming barriers to communication.

⬤ Ethical issues in communication

COM – Module 5

⬤ Writing Skills

⬤ Rules of good writing

⬤ Official letters

⬤ Curriculum Vitae

⬤ Memos

⬤ Emails

LIV (LIFE SKILLS) – Module 1

⬤ Introduction to Life Skills

⬤ Definition of terms

⬤ Importance of life skills

⬤ Benefits of life skills

LIV – Module 2

⬤ Self -Esteem

⬤ Definition of terms

⬤ Characteristics of high self esteem

⬤ Benefits of high self-esteem

⬤ Characteristics of low self esteem

⬤ Effects of low self-esteem

⬤ Ways of boosting self-esteem

LIV – Module 3

⬤ Stress Management

⬤ Definition of terms

⬤ Types of stress

⬤ Causes of stress

⬤ Effects of stress

⬤ Coping with stress

LIV – Module 4

⬤ Problem Solving

⬤ Problem areas

⬤ Causes of problems

⬤ Problem solving process

Why choose HOFACE over other institutions?

1. Personalized Attention:Our small, manageable class sizes enable our lecturers to focus on the individual progress of each student.
2. Comprehensive Support:At HOFACE, we have the opportunity to follow up on the success of all students even after completion. This ensures that most, if not all, students achieve their career aspirations.
3. Guaranteed Internships:We ensure that every student secures internship opportunities, providing practical experience and industry exposure.

4,Global Opportunities*: Hoface Caregiving has partnered with international trainers and recruiters to assist our students in securing work opportunities abroad. This unique collaboration ensures that our graduates are well-prepared and highly sought after in the global caregiving industry.

Choosing Hoface Caregiving means choosing a partner committed to the health, happiness, and dignity of your loved ones. Trust us to provide the compassionate care they deserve.

 

Class Schedule

Full-Time Program:
Our full-time classes run from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

Part-Time Program:
Our part-time classes run from 5 PM to 7 PM, Monday to Friday, with additional Saturday classes from 9 AM to 4 PM.