Healthcare Assistant & Caregiver
Course overview
The Healthcare Assistant & Caregiver Course at Deslog Training & Consulting Limited is a practical, job-focused training designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to provide quality care to patients, the elderly, children, and individuals with special needs.
This course covers the core principles of caregiving, including patient support, daily living assistance, nutrition, communication, infection control, and emergency response. Our curriculum follows global caregiving standards, preparing participants for employment in hospitals, clinics, elderly homes, NGOs, and private homecare settings—both within Nigeria and abroad.
Whether you are starting a new career or upgrading your caregiving skills, Deslog offers a hands-on, professional learning experience taught by experienced healthcare trainers.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring caregivers and healthcare assistants
- Individuals seeking employment abroad as caregivers
- Domestic staff, nannies, and housekeepers
- Hospital support staff and care home workers
- Community health workers and NGO staff
- Individuals caring for elderly or disabled family members
- Anyone passionate about healthcare and humanitarian services
Course objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of a healthcare assistant
- Provide safe and compassionate patient care
- Assist with daily living activities (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility
- Monitor and record vital signs
- Apply infection prevention and control procedures
- Support elderly individuals, disabled persons, and patients with chronic illnesses
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical teams
- Respond to emergencies using basic first aid techniques
- Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct in caregiving
Course outline
Module 1:
- Introduction to Healthcare Support
- Overview of caregiving
- Patient rights, ethics & confidentiality
- Communication skills
odule 2:
- Anatomy, Physiology & Vital Signs
- Body systems and functions
- Measuring and interpreting vital signs
- Monitoring patient conditions
Module 3:
- Personal Care & Daily Living Support
- Bathing, grooming, oral care, and dressing
- Feeding assistance and nutrition
- Mobility support and fall prevention
Module 4:
- Infection Prevention & Safety
- Hygiene and sanitation
- Use of PPE and safety protocols
- Preventing disease transmission
Module 5:
- Elderly Care & Disability Support
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s care
- Caring for disabled and bedridden patients
- Emotional and psychological support
Module 6:
- Nutrition, Meal Planning & Feeding
- Nutritional needs for patients and the elderly
- Safe food handling
- Feeding techniques for different conditions
Module 7:
- Basic First Aid & Emergency Response
- CPR basics
- Handling burns, wounds, fractures, and choking
- Emergency communication and reporting
Module 8:
- Documentation & Professional Practice
- Patient record keeping
- Reporting procedures
- Workplace professionalism
Benefits
- Earn a recognized Healthcare Assistant & Caregiver certificate
- Gain practical, hands-on caregiving experience
- Boost your employment opportunities locally and internationally
- Learn essential skills required in hospitals, care homes, and private homecare
- Build confidence in patient communication and daily care support
- Improve your ability to care for elderly or disabled loved ones
- Train with qualified healthcare instructors
- Open doors to job opportunities in the UK, Canada, USA, and Europe (depending on employer requirements)
Frequently asked questions
What is a Healthcare Assistant & Caregiver course?
It is a professional training program that teaches participants how to care for patients, the elderly, disabled individuals, and those who need daily support.
Who can enroll in this caregiver training?
Anyone interested in caregiving, including beginners, domestic staff, healthcare workers, and individuals seeking foreign caregiver opportunities.
Do I need experience before joining the course?
No. The course is suitable for beginners and those with zero caregiving background.
What skills will I learn?
You will learn patient care, feeding, hygiene, mobility assistance, infection control, first aid, documentation, and elderly support skills.
Is the certificate recognized?
Yes. Deslog Training & Consulting Limited issues a recognized certificate that aligns with international caregiving standards.
Can this training help me get a caregiver job abroad?
Yes. Many countries require caregiver training as part of their hiring process, and this certification strengthens your application.
How long is the caregiver training?
Training typically lasts a few days to several weeks depending on the training schedule and intensity.
Do you offer practical caregiving sessions?
Yes. Deslog provides hands-on training, demonstrations, and real caregiving practice
Is this course suitable for those taking care of elderly family members?
Absolutely. The course teaches essential skills for home-based care of seniors and persons with special needs.
All our courses can run on a customised schedule
Regardless of the dates shown, we can arrange this training for your team at a time and location that suits you.