OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Occupational Certificate: Home Based Personal Care Assistant Level 2
Course Description
This qualification prepares learners to provide essential personal care and support services to individuals in home and community-based settings. Learners are trained to assist with daily living activities, personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition support, basic health monitoring, and emotional support while maintaining dignity, privacy, and ethical standards. The programme equips learners to work under supervision within the health and social care sector, supporting the well-being and comfort of clients, including the elderly, people with disabilities, and those requiring long-term or palliative care.
DURATION
6 Months
certification
SAQA ID: 194779
NQF level 2
Credits 68
entry requirements
Minimum Grade 9 (ABET Level 4) or equivalent
Basic communication and literacy skills in English
- Minimum Grade 9 (ABET Level 4) or equivalent
- Basic communication and literacy skills in English
- Interest in healthcare, caregiving, and community service
- Ability to perform basic physical care tasks
- Willingness to work with elderly, ill, or vulnerable individuals
- No prior healthcare experience required (advantageous but not compulsory)
- Home Based Personal Care Assistant
- Caregiver
- Community Care Worker
- Personal Support Worker
Course Fee Structure – Online (6 Months)
| Payment Method | Registration Fee (R) | Deposit (R) | Instalments | Amount per Instalment (R) | Total Paid (R) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly | 650 | 2,000 | 4 months | 1,875 | 9,500 |
| Bi-Monthly | 650 | 2,000 | 2 payments | 3,750 | 9,500 |
| Full Payment | 650 | 2,000 | 1 payment | 7,500 | 9,500 |
Course Fee Structure – Online (6 Months)
| Payment Method | Registration Fee (R) | Deposit (R) | Instalments | Amount per Instalment (R) | Total Paid (R) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly | 650 | 2,000 | 4 months | 1,125 | 9,000 |
| Bi-Monthly | 650 | 2,000 | 2 payments | 3,500 | 9,000 |
| Full Payment | 650 | 2,000 | 1 payment | 6,350 | 9,000 |
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