Caregiving (CNA)
Unit Overview
The Caregiver Course Level 3 is designed for learners who want to begin working in basic care roles, either at home or in support settings. It focuses on providing day-to-day assistance to individuals who need help due to age, illness, disability, or recovery from medical conditions.
In Kenya today, many families rely on caregivers to support elderly relatives, patients discharged from hospital, or individuals who need constant supervision at home. This course prepares you to take on that responsibility in a professional and respectful way.
At St. Mary’s, training is practical and focused on real-life situations. You learn how to assist with daily living activities such as hygiene, feeding, mobility, and emotional support. You also learn how to observe changes in a client’s condition and respond appropriately by reporting or escalating concerns.
The program follows the TVET CDACC competency-based approach, meaning you are trained and assessed based on what you can actually do in real care situations. By the end of the course, you should be able to confidently support individuals in a safe and caring manner under supervision.
Unit Objectives
By the end of this unit, students will be able to:
- Equip learners with basic caregiving and home-based care skills
- Develop competence in supporting elderly, sick, and vulnerable individuals
- Promote dignity, respect, and ethical care practices
- Build skills in hygiene, nutrition, and basic health observation
- Prepare learners for entry-level caregiving roles locally and abroad
Unit Content
Key areas of study include:
- Introduction to caregiving
- Basic human needs and care principles
- Personal hygiene and patient comfort
- Feeding and nutrition support
- Mobility and positioning assistance
- Home safety and infection prevention
- Basic health observation and reporting
- Communication and psychosocial support
- Elderly care and disability support basics
- Workplace ethics and professionalism
- Industrial attachment / practical caregiving exposure
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work in:
- Home-based care services
- Elderly care homes
- Private households
- Community health support programs
- Caregiving agencies (including overseas opportunities)
Entry Requirements
KCPE Certificate or KCSE Grade E and above No prior medical background required
Duration of the Unit
3 Months
Why Study This Unit?
- A fast entry point into healthcare-related work
- A practical skills-based training program
- A pathway into nursing, community health, or advanced caregiving courses
- A field with strong local and international demand
