Health Services Support Level 4

Offered by the School of Health and Social Sciences. Explore the course details and entry requirements below.

Course code

HSS4

Level

Artisan

School

Health and Social Sciences

Duration

6 months

Requirements & Prerequisites

KCSE Grade E

About This Course

Level 4: Artisan

This is your entry point into healthcare support. The curriculum is built on the Competency Based Education and Training (CBET) framework, meaning you learn by doing and must demonstrate specific skills to pass.

What You Will Learn: The course focuses on foundational skills. You will study basic units like Communication, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy, alongside core healthcare topics such as First Aid, Medical Legal Ethics, and Infection Prevention and Control.

Job Tasks: Your role is primarily task-oriented. You will be trained to perform hospital housekeeping, support outpatient and inpatient services, assist with hospital stores, and help with patient hygiene and comfort.

Career Path: This level prepares you for roles like Hospital Support Assistant, Ward Assistant, or Housekeeping Aide. You work under the direct supervision of more qualified health professionals.