Level 4 Diploma in Patient Care and Nursing Assistance

Course Code: PCNA401
Course Duration: 6 to 8 months
Guided Learning Hours: 480-600 hours


Program Overview

The Level 4 Diploma in Patient Care and Nursing Assistance is designed to provide intermediate-level caregiving and management training for private hospitals. The program focuses on equipping participants with the skills to manage caregiving teams, oversee patient care coordination, and ensure compliance with hospital protocols, preparing them for leadership roles in healthcare settings.


Entry Requirements

  • Diploma in healthcare or equivalent experience.
  • Basic proficiency in English.
  • Prior experience in healthcare or caregiving roles.

Learning Objectives

  • Intermediate Caregiving Skills: Develop advanced caregiving techniques, including patient care coordination and health monitoring in hospital settings.
  • Team Management: Gain skills in managing caregiving teams and leading healthcare professionals in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
  • Patient Care Coordination: Learn how to oversee patient care, ensure compliance with healthcare protocols, and manage patient flow.
  • Ethical and Legal Standards: Understand hospital compliance, ethical caregiving practices, and the legal responsibilities involved in healthcare management.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

  • Provide intermediate-level patient care and support nursing teams in hospital settings.
  • Manage and lead caregiving teams, ensuring efficient patient care delivery.
  • Implement hospital protocols, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards.
  • Oversee patient care coordination and manage healthcare operations effectively.
  • Communicate effectively with healthcare teams, patients, and families.

Course Modules and Topics

  1. Intermediate Patient Care and Nursing Assistance
    • Advanced patient care techniques
    • Health monitoring and patient safety
  2. Team Leadership and Management in Hospitals
    • Leading and managing caregiving teams
    • Ensuring effective communication and collaboration in healthcare settings
  3. Hospital Compliance and Ethical Caregiving
    • Understanding hospital regulations and protocols
    • Ethical decision-making in caregiving
  4. Managing Healthcare Operations and Patient Flow
    • Overseeing patient care coordination and hospital workflows
    • Managing resources, patient flow, and hospital operations

Job Opportunities

Graduates of the Level 4 Diploma in Patient Care and Nursing Assistance will be prepared for roles such as:

  • Patient Care Coordinator in hospitals and clinics
  • Team Leader or Manager of caregiving teams in healthcare facilities
  • Nursing Assistants in private hospitals
  • Hospital Operations Support in patient management and care coordination

This program provides participants with the necessary skills to take on more advanced roles in healthcare, with a focus on leadership, team management, and patient care in hospital settings.