Nursing Assistant Diploma
The Nursing Assistant Diploma provides essential training for individuals seeking to assist healthcare professionals in patient care. It covers key skills in patient hygiene, vital sign monitoring, infection control, and supporting medical procedures, preparing students for a rewarding career in healthcare settings such as hospitals and care homes.
Course Overview
The Nursing Assistant Diploma is designed for individuals aspiring to provide essential support to healthcare professionals in various care settings. This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the skills needed to assist with patient care, including hygiene, mobility support, and monitoring vital signs. You will learn how to effectively communicate with patients, work alongside medical teams, and ensure safety and hygiene standards are maintained. The course also covers patient rights, infection control, and basic medical procedures to ensure you are fully equipped to provide high-quality care.
By the end of the course, you will have the practical skills and confidence to assist healthcare professionals in delivering compassionate, safe, and effective care in diverse healthcare environments.
Real-World Benefits
This diploma equips you with practical, hands-on nursing assistant skills used daily in hospitals, care homes, clinics, and community settings. You’ll gain the confidence to support patients safely, assist nurses effectively, follow infection control protocols, and deliver compassionate care—making you a highly valued member of any healthcare team.
Description
The Nursing Assistant Diploma provides structured training in essential nursing care and patient support. Beginning with an introduction to nursing and working across different healthcare settings, the course covers legal, ethical, and professional standards in depth. You’ll gain practical knowledge in health and safety, hygiene, asepsis, and infection control. Clinical-focused modules explore medication administration, the immune system, pain management, nutrition, fluid and electrolyte balance, and oxygenation. The course also addresses mobility issues, rest and sleep management, and assisting with elimination, preparing you to support patients holistically and safely.
Learning Outcomes of this course:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a nursing assistant
- Apply legal, ethical, and professional standards in care settings
- Deliver safe care through infection control and hygiene practices
- Support patients with mobility, pain management, and nutrition
- Assist with medication administration and oxygenation
- Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams
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Who is this course for?
- Aspiring nursing assistants and healthcare support workers
- Individuals seeking online or overseas teaching careers
- Care workers seeking formal nursing knowledge
- Those passionate about patient care and wellbeing
- Learners preparing for progression into nursing-related roles
Why Choose Thames College for This Course
- CPD Accredited: Earn a recognised qualification that boosts your career prospects in nursing assistance and healthcare.
- Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced professionals with hands-on expertise in patient care and healthcare support.
- Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace with 24/7 access to online materials, making it easy to balance work and study.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Master essential skills including patient hygiene, mobility assistance, vital sign monitoring, and infection control.
- Supportive Community: Receive expert feedback and support throughout your course, ensuring a positive and enriching learning experience.
- Healthcare-focused curriculum aligned with UK care standards
Certification
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Upon successful completion of this course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 149 GBP within UK
► 159 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included
Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this Nursing Assistant Diploma course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
CPD Accredited
All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.
QLS Endorsed
The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.
Association of Healthcare Trainers
The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..
UKRLP Registered
UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.
Career Path
- Nursing Assistant (Average UK salary: £18,500 – £26,000 per year)
- Healthcare Assistant (Average UK salary: £18,000 – £25,000 per year)
- Care Assistant (Average UK salary: £16,000 – £22,000 per year)
- Residential Care Worker (Average UK salary: £17,000 – £23,000 per year)
- Health and Social Care Worker (Average UK salary: £19,000 – £27,000 per year)
- Nursing Support Worker (Average UK salary: £22,000 – £28,000 per year)
- Freelance Healthcare Assistant (Income varies, typically £20,000 – £35,000 per year)
Course Curriculum
The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:
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Course Curriculum
| Nursing Assistant Diploma | |||
| Module 1: Introduction to Nursing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 2: Working in Different Healthcare Settings | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 3: Legal, Standards and Professional Aspects of Ethical Practice: Part – 1 | 00:50:00 | ||
| Module 4: Legal, Standards and Professional Aspects of Ethical Practice: Part – 2 | 00:48:00 | ||
| Module 5: Effective Communication in Nursing | 00:47:00 | ||
| Module 6: Health and Safety in Nursing | 00:47:00 | ||
| Module 7: Hygiene in Nursing | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 8: Infection Control | 00:57:00 | ||
| Module 9: Asepsis in Nursing | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 10: Medication Administration in Nursing | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 11: Understanding the Immune System in Nursing | 00:26:00 | ||
| Module 12: Rest and Sleep Management in Nursing | 00:17:00 | ||
| Module 13: Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients in Nursing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 14: Pain Management for Nurses | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 15: Nutrition in Nursing | 00:23:00 | ||
| Module 16: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 17: Assisting with Elimination | 00:28:00 | ||
| Module 18: Oxygenation in Nursing | 00:28:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Nursing Assistant Diploma | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Nursing Assistant Diploma | 00:20:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Nursing Assistant Diploma | 3 weeks, 4 days | ||
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Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.
This course is designed to provide comprehensive training for aspiring nursing assistants, equipping you with practical skills in patient care, infection control, medication support, mobility assistance, and professional nursing standards. It prepares you to work confidently in hospitals, care homes, and healthcare facilities.
No prior experience is required. The course starts with foundational concepts and builds up to practical care skills suitable for beginners.
The course is self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own speed. On average, learners complete the full diploma in a few months, depending on study time commitment.
Yes! The Nursing Assistant Diploma is fully online, allowing you to study from home or anywhere with internet access.
Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a Nursing Assistant Diploma certificate, recognised by UK standards for healthcare training.
Absolutely! The course equips you with the practical skills and knowledge employers look for in nursing assistants, healthcare assistants (HCAs), and care support roles.
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