The CNA & Caregiving course at MMTC prepares students with practical patient care skills required in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, homecare facilities, and international healthcare institutions — with direct pathways to global healthcare careers.
6 MonthsDuration
Full-TimeMode of Study
InternationalJob Pathways
MMTC CertifiedCertification
What You Will Train In
Patient care and support
Elderly and geriatric care
Home-based healthcare assistance
Basic nursing procedures
Infection prevention and hygiene
Vital signs monitoring
Nutrition and feeding support
Patient mobility and safety
Emotional and psychosocial support
Professional caregiving ethics
The program combines classroom learning, demonstrations, simulation-based practice, and practical healthcare exposure.
Programme Details
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) & Caregiving
Duration
6 Months
Full-time, intensive caregiving program
Entry Requirements
Open Intake
KCSE certificate preferred. Open to all interested in healthcare and caregiving careers
Certification
MMTC Certificate
Recognised CNA & Caregiving qualification from Macmillan Medical Training College
International Linkage
GHIC Partnership
Direct job linkage opportunities through GHIC for qualified graduates
International Job Opportunities
Global Healthcare Career Pathways Through GHIC
MMTC CNA graduates may access international healthcare career opportunities through our direct job linkage partnership with GHIC. Qualified graduates can explore placements in:
Canada
Germany
New Zealand
Saudi Arabia
Ireland
International opportunities are subject to eligibility, qualification verification, and GHIC placement processes.
Career Opportunities
Work Settings
Hospitals and clinics
Nursing homes
Rehabilitation centres
Assisted living facilities
Homecare institutions
International healthcare organizations
Career Roles
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Professional Caregiver
Homecare Assistant
Elderly Care Assistant
Patient Support Assistant
Healthcare Support Worker
Why Study CNA & Caregiving at MMTC?
Practical Training
Hands-on caregiving training designed for real-world patient care environments from day one.
Experienced Trainers
Learn from qualified healthcare trainers and mentors with deep caregiving expertise.
Career-Focused Curriculum
A program designed around what employers in Kenya and abroad actually need from caregivers.
International Pathways
Direct international job linkage through GHIC for placements in Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Ireland, and Saudi Arabia.
Study Locations
Nairobi
Main Campus
Our main campus with access to hospitals, nursing homes, and homecare placement partners across Nairobi.
Mombasa
Coast Campus
Serving the Coast region with quality CNA and caregiving training and local clinical partners.
Nakuru
Rift Valley Campus
Accessible to students from the Rift Valley region with experienced caregiving trainers on-site.
Eldoret
North Rift Campus
Serving North Rift and Western Kenya students with quality caregiving education and placement support.
Frequently Asked Questions
The CNA & Caregiving course at MMTC trains students to provide professional patient care and healthcare support services. Students learn practical caregiving skills including patient hygiene, elderly care, nutrition support, infection prevention, vital signs monitoring, and compassionate healthcare assistance.
Yes. MMTC provides direct international job linkage opportunities through GHIC for qualified CNA graduates. Students may access healthcare career opportunities in Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, and Ireland. Opportunities are subject to eligibility and GHIC placement processes.
The CNA & Caregiving course is 6 months in duration. It is open to students interested in healthcare and caregiving careers. A KCSE certificate is preferred, but the program is accessible to motivated applicants who are passionate about patient care.
Graduates can work as Certified Nursing Assistants, Professional Caregivers, Elderly Care Assistants, Homecare Providers, and Healthcare Support Staff in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, assisted living facilities, and international healthcare organizations. The CNA profession is one of the fastest-growing healthcare career paths globally.
Start Your Healthcare Journey at MMTC
Apply today for the CNA & Caregiving course and access both local and international career opportunities in healthcare.
