Certificate in Healthcare Studies (Nursing Aides)
Programme Description:
This program aims to equip learners to be able to manage and care for client(s) who require
· care interventions based on common chronic conditions, such as measurement of vital signs, showering, grooming, feeding, toileting, repositioning, transferring techniques using mobility aids, respiratory needs such as tracheostomy care, and ventilatory support
· chronic disease management
· basic prenatal, postnatal and infant care
· respite care and emotional support
· symptom management and palliative/ end of life care
Mode of Delivery:
Face to Face
Modules:
1. Communication and Service Standards
2. Skin and Wound Care
3. Basic Monitoring and Care Interventions
4. Conditions and Needs in the Older Person Population
5. Chronic Diseases and End of Life Care
Programme Duration:
1 month (160 hours) – Full Time
Course Fees:
Total course fee payable is S$7,453.42 (inclusive of GST)
Entry Requirements:
· Age: 21 years old and above
· Language: IELTS 5.0 or equivalent preferred
· Academic: Diploma in Nursing. For prospective students with overseas diploma qualifications, the diploma programme should preferably have been conducted in English
· Minimum two (2) years post registration clinical nursing experience and be currently employed in a healthcare institution (preferred)
Types of assessment:
Written assessments and practical performance
Graduation Requirements:
Pass all modules
Certificate awarded:
Certificate in Healthcare Studies (Nursing Aides)
Teacher-student ratio:
1:50
Intakes:
Monthly