Welcome to
Health Serice Support
Support healthcare delivery, learn essential clinical skills, and build a career in health services.
At Chania Medical Training College, our Health Service Support course trains students to assist healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics, and health centers. You’ll learn essential skills such as patient care, infection prevention, basic laboratory procedures, and administration in health facilities. TVET-CDACC-accredited training ensures you gain hands-on experience and practical competencies that make you job-ready.
Who can apply
| Course Level | Minimum KCSE Grade |
|---|---|
|
Level 5 (Certificate) |
KCSE D (Plain) and above. |
|
Level 4 (Artisan) |
KCSE D– and above |
Course Level
Minimum KCSE entry grade
Level 5 (Certificate)
KCSE D (Plain) and above.
Level 4 (Artisan)
KCSE D– (Minus) or equivalent
Duration & mode
Level 5 — About 12 months (full–time), with deeper practical experience and extended attachments in real health facilities
Level 4 — About 6–12 months (full–time), blending classroom lessons, practical skills labs, and clinical attachments
What you will learn
The TVET CDACC curricula are competency-based and grouped into Basic, Common and Core competencies. Below are representative modules you’ll find in each level (modules and unit titles vary slightly between institutions but follow TVET CDACC occupational standards).
Level 4
• Fundamentals of communication, numeracy & digital literacy
• Infection prevention and control
• Hospital housekeeping procedures
• Supportive store procedures
• First aid basics in healthcare settings
• Organisation of health facilities
• Industrial attachment in health facilities
This foundational level prepares you for entry‑level support roles in health facilities and is a stepping stone to Level 5 training.Level 5
• Advanced communication, numeracy & digital literacy
• First aid and emergency support in healthcare
• Medical‑legal ethics in health service support
• Common diseases and clinical support procedures
• Outpatient and inpatient support services
• Mortuary techniques and hospital catering services
• Infection prevention & control and hospital housekeeping
• Industrial attachment in hospitals and clinics
Level 5 builds on Level 4 with advanced support skills and workplace competencies employers value.Career paths & where you can work
• Health service support staff in hospitals, clinics, and health centres
• Patient care assistant roles
• Infection control and housekeeping support
• Hospital stores and logistics support
• Community health support and outreach roles
With Level 5, you’re also prepared for supervisory and senior support roles in healthcare facilities.How to Apply
Choose Level 4 or Level 5 Health Service Support.
Prepare your KCSE certificate, national ID/birth certificate, and passport photos.
Visit Chania Medical Training College admissions or apply online.
Confirm intake dates, fees, and payment options.