Professional Certificate in Nursing Assistance
Course Code: PNA301
Course Duration: 30 days
Guided Learning Hours: 120 hours
Program Overview
The Professional Certificate in Nursing Assistance is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required to support nursing staff in a healthcare environment. This intensive 30-day program focuses on fundamental nursing assistance duties, patient care, and safety protocols, preparing participants for entry-level roles in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Completion of secondary education (SPM/O-Level or equivalent).
- Basic proficiency in English.
- Interest in healthcare and patient care roles.
- No prior nursing or caregiving experience is required, but advantageous.
Learning Objectives
- Develop Basic Nursing Assistance Skills: Learn the core skills necessary to assist nurses in providing patient care, including hygiene, mobility support, and vital signs monitoring.
- Understand Healthcare Safety Protocols: Gain an understanding of safety measures, infection control, and emergency procedures in a healthcare environment.
- Enhance Communication: Learn how to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure smooth care delivery.
- Prepare for Healthcare Roles: Equip participants with practical skills and knowledge to begin working in nursing assistant roles immediately after completion.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, participants will:
- Be proficient in providing basic nursing assistance to support healthcare professionals.
- Be able to assist with patient hygiene, mobility, and nutrition.
- Understand and apply safety and infection control protocols in a healthcare environment.
- Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams to improve patient care.
- Be ready for employment in nursing assistant roles in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Modules and Topics
Course Modules and Topics
- Introduction to Nursing Assistance
- Overview of the role of a nursing assistant
- Patient care duties and responsibilities
- Patient Hygiene and Personal Care
- Assisting with bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Ensuring patient dignity and comfort
- Monitoring Vital Signs and Basic Health Assessments
- Taking and recording blood pressure, pulse, and temperature
- Reporting changes in patient conditions to nursing staff
- Mobility and Patient Transfer Techniques
- Safe patient movement and transfer
- Assisting patients with mobility aids
- Nutrition and Hydration
- Assisting with feeding and dietary support
- Monitoring patient nutrition and hydration needs
- Infection Control and Safety Protocols
- Understanding infection control measures
- Hospital safety regulations and procedures
- Communication Skills for Nursing Assistants
- Communicating with patients and their families
- Working within healthcare teams
- Emergency Response and Basic First Aid
- Handling emergencies in a healthcare setting
- Administering basic first aid when needed
Job Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Certificate in Nursing Assistance program will be prepared for entry-level roles such as:
- Nursing Assistant in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities
- Healthcare Support Workers in long-term care and rehabilitation centers
- Home Care Assistant
- Support staff in specialized healthcare units (e.g., maternity, pediatric, geriatric care)
This program provides a strong foundation for those looking to begin their careers in healthcare, offering essential skills and practical training for immediate employment in nursing support roles.