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Nursing Assistant – NVQ Level 4

Patient care, clinical support, safety, communication and workplace readiness.

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Nursing Assistant – NVQ Level 4

Patient care, clinical support, safety, communication and workplace readiness.

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Nursing Assistant – NVQ Level 4
Study LevelNVQ Level 4
Duration1 year
DeliveryTheory and Practical Training
LanguageEnglish & Sinhala
Study LocationKandy, Kadawatha, Matale
Awarding / CertificationTBS International Campus / Relevant approved body

Entry information

Contact the Admissions Department for current entry requirements and approved intake information.

Key modules

Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Client environment
Personal Hygiene and Grooming
Mobilization and Exercise
Nutritional Needs of the Client
Eliminatory Needs of the Client
Wound care
Vital Signs
Medication
Elderly Care
Palliative Care
Care of Sick Child
Care of Post Natal Mother & New Born Baby
Care of Clients with Disability/Special Needs
Assisting with Nursing Procedures
Basic Calculation and Science
Occupational Safety & Health and Environmental Aspects
Communication Skills for Workplace
Team Work
Basic First Aid

Syllabus

Start your journey toward a rewarding career in healthcare with our Nurse Assistant Programme. Designed to meet modern healthcare standards, this programme provides the essential knowledge, practical skills, and professional values needed to deliver safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Students gain hands-on experience in patient care, vital signs monitoring, wound care, medication assistance, elderly and childcare, first aid, infection prevention, and effective communication. Graduates will be well prepared to support healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics, elderly care centres, rehabilitation facilities, and community healthcare settings, building a strong foundation for a successful and meaningful career in the healthcare industry.

Contact the relevant faculty or Admissions Department to request the current approved syllabus.

Career directions

  • Nurse Assistant
  • Healthcare Support Worker
  • Elder Care Assistant

Important course information

Schedules, fees, awarding details, intake dates, delivery methods and module structures may be updated following academic review. Obtain the latest approved course pack before registration.

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