Home Based Caregiver

This Home Based Caregiver Short Course equips learners with practical, compassionate care skills required to support individuals in their homes. Whether you are beginning a career in caregiving or caring for a loved one, this programme provides the foundation needed to deliver safe, respectful and dignified care.

Training combines one month of full-time classroom learning (Monday–Friday) with eight weeks of supported online learning, ensuring you gain confidence, competence and guided experience throughout your qualification journey.

What’s Included

• 4 weeks full-time classroom training

• 8 weeks online module completion with support

• Assisted onboarding on your phone or laptop

• 10 structured caregiver modules

• Practical demonstrations

• First Aid & personal care basics

• Certification & graduation upon completion

 

What You Will Learn

Your course contains 10 comprehensive caregiver units, covering:

Personal Care & Daily Support

• Bathing, grooming & hygiene assistance

• Mobility support & safe movement techniques

• Positioning, transferring & comfort care

• Understanding patient needs with dignity

Nutrition & Meal Support

• Basic nutrition principles

• Meal assistance

• Hydration & feeding guidance

Communication & Emotional Support

• Communicating respectfully with patients & families

• Supporting emotional well-being

• Building trust & confidence

Caregiver Health & Well-Being

• Protecting your own safety

• Stress management for caregivers

• Preventing burnout

First Aid & Safety

• Basic first aid

• Emergency readiness

• Household safety awareness

 

Certification

Learners receive a Home Based Caregiver Certificate once all classroom and online modules are successfully completed.

Duration: 3 Months
Cost: R14,500.00
Registration Fee: R2,500.00 (Compulsory)