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Paramedical

Social care assistant

Support elderly, ill or dependent people in their daily lives.

Diploma
CQP, DQP or AQP (Cameroonian state vocational qualifications), awarded under MINEFOP approval
Duration
9 months of classes + 3 months' internship
Tuition fees
390 000 FCFA
Registration
24,500 FCFA
Entry requirements
Open to applicants with or without a diploma
Schedule
Day and evening classes

The job

What you will do.

The social care assistant helps vulnerable people with everyday activities, at home or in a care facility: hygiene, meals, getting around, companionship and social contact.

Target skills

What you will learn.

  • Help with hygiene and comfort
  • Preparing meals and help with eating
  • Help with getting around
  • Listening and support
  • Preventing risks at home
  • First aid

Career prospects

Where you will work.

  • Care assistant
  • Home carer
  • Care home worker

October vocational intake

Included with the programme.

  • Laptop or driving lessons
  • Uniform pack: polo shirt and shirt
  • Two courses for the price of one
  • Air-conditioned classrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Notepad

Frequently asked questions

How long does a course last?

9 months of classes + 3 months' internship. Classes take place during the day or in the evening.

How much does a course cost?

Fees are shown on each course page: from 380,000 to 480,000 FCFA depending on the programme, plus 24,500 FCFA registration. Several bonuses are included, such as a laptop or driving lessons.

What level do I need to enrol?

None: our courses are open to applicants with or without a diploma. Tell us your most recent qualification when you enrol and we will guide you to the right course.

When can I enrol?

Enrolment is open all year round, online or at our premises. An adviser will tell you the date of the next intake.