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Perioperative Theater Technology
Perioperative Theatre Technology trains you to work in the operating theatre.
Perioperative Theatre Technology trains you to work in the operating theatre — preparing the patient, instruments and environment for surgery, assisting the surgical team, preventing infections, and looking after theatre equipment. These are hands-on courses accredited by TVET-CDACC and built around competency-based learning so you graduate ready to get to work.
Who can apply
| Course Level | Minimum KCSE Grade |
|---|---|
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Level 5 (Certificate) |
KCSE D (Plain) and above. |
|
Level 6 (Diploma) |
KCSE C– and above |
Course Level
Minimum KCSE entry grade
Level 5 (Certificate)
KCSE D (Plain) and above.
Level 6 (Diploma/Advanced Certificate)
KCSE C– and above
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Duration & mode
Level 5 — typically 12 months (full-time) with classroom, skills labs and clinical attachments. Main
Level 6 — typically 18–24 months (depending on college and module load) with more advanced theory, leadership/management units and longer clinical attachment. TVET CDACC
Modes: Full-time, sometimes part-time or modular intake depending on the training institution.
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 6
• Advanced perioperative theatre safety & quality assurance
• Advanced instrument handling and sterilisation management
• Anaesthesia assistance fundamentals and monitoring basics
• Advanced surgical assistance for specialised procedures
• Theatre management, leadership and resource planning
• Clinical supervision and mentoring (for junior staff)
• Research methods, ethics and evidence-based practice
• Emergency theatre response and advanced patient safety systems
Level 5
• Perioperative theatre safety & infection prevention
• Aseptic technique and instrument handling
• Preparing and maintaining the theatre environment (setups)
• Assisting in theatre procedures (basic surgical assistance)
• Care and maintenance of theatre instruments and equipment
• Basic patient preparation and positioning
• Communication and teamwork in theatre
• Basic record keeping and theatre administration
Career paths & where you can work
• Public and private hospitals (operating theatres)
• Day surgery centres and private clinics
• Medical device sterilisation units and supply chain teams
• Theatre management, procurement or quality teams (with experience)
• Further training: specialise in anaesthesia assistance, surgical specialities, or move into teaching and management
• Entry-level salaries and opportunities depend on employer, county and experience. With Level 6 + experience you become more competitive for supervisory roles.
Ready to join us?
Ready to join the world of Perioperative Theatre Technology? This is your chance to gain hands-on skills, work alongside experienced surgical teams, and build a career that’s in demand across hospitals and clinics. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade your skills, we’ll guide you every step of the way — from classroom learning to real-life theatre experience.