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Short Courses: Basic Home-Based Care (3 Months)
Practical home-based care training in Kenya, offered from Kiirua, Meru County.
Basic Home-Based Care Certificate
Short course, 3 months. Kiirua Caregivers Training Institute offers introductory training for individuals who wish to develop practical skills in caring for people who need support in their homes and communities. The units introduce essential caregiving skills for supporting older persons, people with disabilities, individuals recovering from illness, and others who need assistance at home.
Course details
- Duration
- 3 months
- Programme
- Basic Home-Based Care
- Learning approach
- Theory, demonstrations and practical skills training
- Award
- Institute Certificate of Completion, subject to the institute’s applicable requirements
- Target learners
- Aspiring caregivers, home-care assistants and individuals seeking foundational caregiving skills
- Career direction
- Home-care assistance, support for older persons, disability care and other entry-level caregiving opportunities, subject to employer requirements
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 months
- Total fees
- KSh 35,000 (see breakdown)
- Entry requirements
- See requirements
- Intake dates
- To be confirmed
Course units
Twelve units that build practical caregiving knowledge and skills, from daily living support to infection control and supervised practice.
Introduction to Home-Based Care
Understand the role of a caregiver, the responsibilities of home-based care, professional conduct, and the needs of people requiring assistance.
Personal Hygiene and Daily Living Assistance
Learn how to assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and maintaining personal cleanliness while respecting their dignity.
Nutrition, Feeding and Hydration
Learn basic nutrition, meal preparation, safe feeding techniques, hydration, and the importance of appropriate diets for clients with different needs.
Basic Health Monitoring
Recognise changes in a client’s condition, observe basic health indicators, keep simple care records, and report concerns promptly to qualified health professionals.
Mobility, Positioning and Safety
Develop skills in safe movement, transferring, positioning, fall prevention, and supporting clients with limited mobility.
Communication and Psychosocial Support
Build effective communication, empathy, patience, active listening, and skills for supporting clients experiencing loneliness, anxiety, grief, or emotional distress.
Infection Prevention and Control
Practise hand hygiene, appropriate use of protective equipment, safe handling of waste, cleaning of care equipment, and measures to reduce infection risks.
Basic First Aid and Emergency Response
Recognise emergencies, seek appropriate medical assistance, learn basic first aid principles, and respond safely within the limits of a caregiver’s training.
Medication Safety and Care Records
Understand medication safety, follow authorised instructions, maintain accurate care notes, and recognise when to refer medication questions to a qualified professional.
Home Environment and Household Care
Learn to maintain a clean, organised and safe home environment, manage laundry, support basic household routines, and reduce hazards for vulnerable clients.
Care for Older Persons and People with Disabilities
Explore age-related needs, disability awareness, independence, respectful assistance, and person-centred care for clients with varying support requirements.
Practical Skills and Supervised Care Experience
Apply classroom learning through demonstrations, role-play, practical assessments and, where arranged, supervised exposure to an appropriate care setting.
Proposed curriculum. The units above are a proposed short-course curriculum for the institute. They are not a claim that they constitute a TVETA-approved qualification.
Entry requirements
The Basic Home-Based Care course is for people who want to develop caregiving knowledge and practical skills to support those who need care at home and in the community. These are the proposed entry requirements for the three-month course.
- EducationKCPE or an equivalent basic education qualification, subject to the approved curriculum.
- LanguageAbility to read, write and communicate in English or Kiswahili.
- AgeApplicants aged 18 years and above are recommended, subject to the institute’s admission policy.
- IdentificationA copy of a national ID card or birth certificate.
- Academic documentsCopies of available academic certificates or result slips.
- Passport-size photographAs requested during admission.
- ExperienceNo previous caregiving or medical experience is required for beginners, subject to the approved course requirements.
Important note
The final entry requirements will be confirmed by Kiirua Caregivers Training Institute in line with the applicable curriculum and regulatory requirements. Applicants are encouraged to contact the institute for admission guidance.
Fee structure
| Item | Amount (KSh) |
|---|---|
| Registration | 2,000 |
| Admission | 1,000 |
| Tuition | 24,000 |
| Uniforms | 3,000 |
| Practical training | 3,000 |
| Assessment and certificate | 2,000 |
| Total | 35,000 |
Before you pay
Payment methods, instalments, deadlines and refund terms are still to be confirmed by the institute. Always confirm payment details with the institute directly, and in writing, before you pay anyone.
Upcoming programme: TVET Level 4 Caregiving Programme
Approval process ongoing
Our institute is pursuing the relevant approval to offer a formal TVET Level 4 caregiving programme. Further information on admission requirements, curriculum, duration and enrolment will be published once the necessary approvals are confirmed.
This programme is not yet open for enrolment. The three-month Institute Certificate of Completion is different from a recognised TVET Level 4 qualification.
Which course is available now?
Only the three-month Basic Home-Based Care short course is currently being offered. Send an enquiry to ask about the current status of the TVET Level 4 programme.
Course questions
Is the course approved?
The institute’s approval process with the relevant regulator is ongoing. Please ask the institute for the current status before you enrol.
How long is the course?
The proposed duration is three months.
What are the fees and entry requirements?
The total fee is KSh 35,000, broken down in the fee structure on this page. Entry requirements are listed in the Entry requirements section on this page, and the institute will confirm the final requirements. Send an enquiry and the institute will reply.
Will I get a certificate?
Learners who complete the Basic Home-Based Care course receive an Institute Certificate of Completion, issued by the institute. Assessment arrangements are to be confirmed.
Take the First Step Towards a Career in Caregiving
Send an enquiry and the institute will reply with the information you need.