SKILLS PROGRAMME2 – 3 MONTHS
Home Based Care Giver
Support and supervise vulnerable, infirm, or disadvantaged people in homes, community centres, old age homes, hospices and hospitals. Learn the essential caregiving skills that promote comfort, dignity and wellbeing.
DURATION2 months full-time
3 months part-time
3 months part-time
ENTRYAbility to read and write in English
INTAKES6 per year
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
CERTIFICATEInternal Certificate of Competence
Important notice: The Home Based Care Giver course is a non-credit bearing skills programme. It is not accredited by the QCTO or registered on the NQF. Successful learners receive an internal certificate only, for professional development and skills improvement. It does not constitute a formal qualification.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care: dressing, mobility, medication, hygiene, eating and transportation
- Monitor patient medications and update health charts
- Record and monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse
- Keep open communication with families and healthcare professionals
- Document and report changes in a client’s health status
- Ensure the highest standards of client safety and wellbeing
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for employment as a Care Giver or Care Worker in:
- Private homes
- Community care centres and Primary Health Care clinics
- Nursing homes, hospices and day care centres
- Clinics or hospitals
- NGOs and NPOs
How You Are Assessed
Examinations
There are no external exams. Learners compile a portfolio of evidence, supervised by an assessor and moderator.
Certification
A Certificate of Competence is issued by Kunokhanya Training Academy.
2027 Fees
| ZAR | Full-time 2 months | Part-time 3 months |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | R1,000 | R1,000 |
| Monthly | R1,000 | R1,000 |
| Course accessories | R600 | R600 |
| Total | R3,600 | R4,600 |