Your First Step Towards a Caring Healthcare Career
Certificate in Patient Care Assistant (PCA)
The Certificate in Patient Care Assistant (PCA) is designed to equip individuals with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in patient support, enabling them to assist healthcare professionals and contribute to quality patient care across various healthcare settings.
About the Programme
This programme is to educate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) pertaining to become competent and compassionate patient care assistant who can provide high-quality care and support to patients in healthcare settings. This THREE (3) months programme focuses on developing essential skills, such as assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital sign, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining professionalism in communication and empathy. By emphasizing safety, compliance and ethical standards, the programme prepares participants for entry-level healthcare positions while promoting personal growth, empathy, and a patient-centered approach to care, ultimately, enabling them to make a positive impact on the well-being of patients and healthcare teams.
Programme Structure
Programme Highlights
Our comprehensive programme offers a unique blend of theoretical and practical learning experiences.
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in providing patient care, encompassing basic care techniques, hygiene maintenance, and vital sign monitoring.
Develop and demonstrate empathy and compassion in patient care, fostering trusting relationship with patients and ensuring their emotional well-being.
Possess strong communication skills, allowing them to communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team, facilitating smooth collaboration and information exchange.
Prioritize patient safety and comfort, implementing appropriate measures to prevent accidents, minimize risks, and maintain a safe and conducive environment for patients.
Entry Requirement
LOCAL STUDENT
i. Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or its equivalent
Clinical Placement
The Certificate in Patient Care Assistant (PCA) programme is designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and practical skills to support healthcare professionals in delivering quality patient care across diverse healthcare settings.
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Cardiothoracic Intensive care unit(CICU)
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Coronary Care Unit(CCU)
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Paediatric Intensive Care Unit(PICU)
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High Dependency Unit Cardiothoracic(HDUCT)
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High Dependency Unit(HDU)
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Wards
Advance Your Career in Patient Care Assistant
Take the next step in your educational journey with our Certificate in Patient Care Assistant programme. Discover how IJN University College can help you achieve your career goals. Request more information today and be at the heart of learning.