The Hunar Foundation

83/4, DEH DIH, Ibrahim Hyderi Road, Taluka Korangi District, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.

(+92-21) 350-90208 & 350-90209
Donor Relations: 0336-8288777
Admissions Office: 0309-2221193

partnerships@hunarfoundation.org

Modules: 06

Duration:
06 Months

Flexible Schedule:
Morning & Afternoon Shifts

Mode:
On-Campus + Hands-on Practice

Eligibility:
Matric

Trade Stream:
Non-CBT&A

Level:
Intermediate

Outcome:
Elderly Health Care Assistants, Caregivers, Nursing Assistants, Medical Assistants, Patient Care Assistants

Overview
Objective
Program Structure
Career
Institute
Testimonial

Unlock Your Future: Become a Certified Healthcare Assistant and Make a Difference

Our Healthcare Assistant training program is designed to develop a skilled, ethical, and compassionate workforce to support elderly and vulnerable individuals. It addresses Pakistan’s growing healthcare needs by preparing trainees for practical, in-demand roles within the healthcare system.

Individuals will gain hands-on skills, clinical knowledge, and professional attitudes required to deliver safe and quality basic patient care. Graduates will be job-ready for multiple healthcare settings with opportunities for employment or independent caregiving.

The Certification in Healthcare Assistant by The Hunar Foundation (THF) and Registered Qualification Awarding Body (QAB) empowers young individuals to master skill to generate income.

Program Objectives

1. To develop competent Healthcare Assistants equipped with essential knowledge, skills, and professional attitudes.

2. To address the shortage of healthcare support staff by preparing job ready caregivers for the healthcare sector.

3. To provide skill based training aligned with healthcare labor market needs.

4. To inculcate ethical practices, professionalism, and patient centered care values.

5. To enable trainees to deliver safe, basic, and quality care to elderly and vulnerable individuals.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, you’ll be able to:

Identify health needs of elderly and sick people.
Help patients with bathing, dressing, eating, and moving.
Keep patients clean and comfortable.
Prevent infections and keep a safe environment.
Recognize common diseases in elderly patients like diabetes or high blood pressure.
Help with basic medical procedures like steam inhalation and checking blood sugar.
Work well with doctors, nurses, and other health staff.
Follow medical rules and ethics carefully.
Manage emergency situations like choking or bleeding.

Program Structure

The Healthcare Assistant spans 26 Weeks, blending technical mastery with real world projects to ensure every learner is job ready by graduation.

Introduction

This training program covers all the important skills and knowledge needed to care for patients, especially elderly ones. It includes basic health care, patient support, infection control, managing common illnesses, and therapeutic procedures.

Foundation Module
Patient Care
Prevention and Infection Control
Care and Management of Bed Sores
Common Health Problems
Therapeutic Procedures

Career Pathways

Graduates of this program can pursue:

Start as a Health Care Assistant

work in hospitals, clinics, old homes, community health centers, or as a freelance caregiver.

Gain Experience and Skills

work closely with nurses and doctors, learn more about elderly care, infection control, and patient support.

Specialize or Advance

choose to specialize in areas like elderly care, wound management, or therapeutic procedures.

Higher Roles in Healthcare

with more education and experience, progress to roles such as Registered Nurse or Health Supervisor.

Why Learn Healthcare Assistant with THF?

Quality Training

We offer designed courses based on real healthcare needs, so you learn the right skills to help patients effectively. Plus, this also covers everything from basic patient care to infection control, elderly care, and emergency procedures.

Experienced Instructors

Training is led by skilled healthcare professionals who have practical experience, ensuring you get hands-on learning.

Practical Experience

THF includes lots of practical hours and internships so you gain real world experience before starting your job.

Certification

You earn a recognized certificate that helps you get jobs easily in hospitals, clinics, old homes, and more.

Job Support

THF helps connect graduates with healthcare employers and offers guidance for your career growth.

Focus on Ethics and Care

THF emphasizes kindness, professionalism, and proper healthcare ethics to prepare you for compassionate patient care.

Certification & Recognition

Upon successful completion, students receive:

NUTECH Board of Technical and Professional Education (NBTPE) Certificate

Clinical Certification by Registered On Job Training Organization

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