Health Services Support (Nursing assistant) certificate level

About This Course

Join the front line of patient care with the Certificate in Health Services Support (Nursing Assistant) at ICS Technical College, Kenya’s top-rated institution for hands-on healthcare training.
This 12-month program, examined by CDACC, is designed for individuals with a KCSE mean grade of D (Plain) and above who are passionate about supporting nurses and medical staff in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.

The course provides learners with essential skills in basic nursing care, patient hygiene, first aid, infection control, and hospital procedures. It prepares students to provide compassionate and effective assistance in patient care under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals.

Through classroom lessons, clinical simulations, and hospital attachments, learners gain both theoretical knowledge and real-world competence — becoming valuable contributors to Kenya’s healthcare system.

Why Choose This Course?

🔹 Hands-On Patient Care Training:
Gain practical experience in nursing procedures, bedside care, and patient monitoring through supervised hospital attachments and simulated healthcare labs.

🔹 Compassion Meets Skill:
Develop both the technical and interpersonal skills required to assist patients with empathy, dignity, and professionalism.

🔹 Affordable and HELB-Supported:
Tuition fee of Kshs. 18,000 per term and a practical fee of Kshs. 4,000 per term, fully eligible for HELB loan coverage.

🔹 Free Accommodation:
Enjoy free hostel facilities at our Main Campus in Malaa Town, offering a comfortable and secure learning environment.

Course Details

Level: Certificate
Duration: 12 Months (4 Terms)
Entry Grade: D (Plain) & Above
Exam Body: CDACC (Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council)
Tuition Fee: Kshs. 18,000 per term
Practical Fee: Kshs. 4,000 per term

Admission Requirements

To enroll, applicants must provide:

• Copies of KCSE or equivalent academic certificates

• Copy of National ID / Passport / Birth Certificate

• Two (2) recent passport-size photographs

• Registration Fee — Kshs. 1,000

• Student ID Card — Kshs. 500

• Library Fee — Kshs. 3,000

Learning Experience

The Certificate in Health Services Support (Nursing Assistant) program at ICS Technical College combines theory with practical hospital training to ensure students develop the confidence and competence required in patient care.

Academic Progression

After successful completion, students can advance to the Diploma in Nursing, Diploma in Community Health, or other health-related programs such as Health Records & IT or Perioperative Theatre Technology.

How to Apply

Take your first step into the world of professional healthcare today!
📩 Email: apply@ics.ac.ke
🌐 Website: www.ics.ac.ke

Visit our:

• Main Campus: Malaa Town (off Kangundo Road) – Tel: 0115 950 329

• Nairobi Branch: Stanbank House, 3rd Floor, Moi Avenue – Tel: 0722 857 455