Course overview
Do you want to make a difference by working in a profession that gives back to people when they need it most? Take the next step in your professional journey with an Executive Diploma in Nursing and Patient Care Assistance.
Whether you’re already working in health and fitness or you want to embark on a new career, this flexible online course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.
Job outcomes
- Healthcare aides
- Nursing Assistant
- Patient Care Assistants
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
Duration study load
Students typically complete their studies within 31 weeks.
Entry requirements
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry onto this course.
Course features
- Fast-track your career in nursing and patient care assisting
- Study a nursing assistant course that has been designed in consultation with senior healthcare professionals
- Learn at your own pace, allowing you to fit your healthcare assistant training around existing commitments
- Benefit from access to your own personal tutor
- Avoid wasting time and money attending a nursing assistant course in person
- Pay upfront for a 10% reduction in fee, or choose our interest-free weekly payment plan
Professional recognition
Accredited by the IAPCC
Delivery
Our nursing assistant course is carried out entirely remotely via distance learning (also known as correspondence learning). This can be a highly convenient option for all learners, particularly those who need to adapt their studies around work, family and other commitments. It is also extremely beneficial if you want to fast-track your learning and don’t wish to be constrained by a timetable.
You can learn, undertake assessments and communicate with your personal tutor whenever you wish, and wherever you are in the world. No more costly commuting to a classroom, or anxiety over late assignments.
As well as being convenient, our healthcare assistant training is designed to be highly relevant and engaging.
Subjects
Defining health and wellness
Determinants of health
Illness behaviour and the sick role
Health promotion
Defining rehabilitation
The multidisciplinary team
Rehabilitation nursing practice
Defining community nursing
Roles of the community nurse
The family in community health
Traditional services
Other community support services
Medical definitions, prefixes & glossary
Abbreviations & acronyms
Using medical terminology
Human systems & anatomical divisions
Pharmacology
Monitoring & reviewing records
Accessing records
Maintaining records
About International Career Institute
The International Career Institute (ICI) is an independent and private provider of online education.
ICI students are given skills that will change their employment prospects and increase their value to employers. The Institute listens to employers via its strong links to industry.
The Institute currently offers over 50 exciting careers and lifestyle focused courses to a broad range of adult learners regardless of location or prior experience and education.
