Description

Course Name: Certificate in Home-Based Patient Care Support

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/HF/CHBPCS/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: The Certificate in Home-Based Patient Care Support course is designed to train individuals to provide essential personal care and daily living assistance to patients, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in home settings. The course focuses on developing compassionate caregiving skills, including bathing, grooming, feeding, mobility support, medication reminders, basic health monitoring, and infection control practices.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Home Health Care and Role of HHA: Overview of home health care services, Roles and responsibilities of a Home Health Aide, Ethical and legal considerations in home care, Understanding patient rights and privacy (HIPAA), Professional behavior, appearance and time management, Communication skills with patients and families.

Module 2: Basic Human Anatomy, Physiology and Aging Process: Introduction to body systems and their functions, Common age-related changes and chronic conditions, Understanding mobility, cognitive and sensory changes, Monitoring vital signs and basic observations, Recognizing signs of medical emergencies, Assisting in medication reminders under supervision.

Module 3: Personal Care and Hygiene Assistance: Bathing, grooming and oral hygiene techniques, Assisting with toileting and incontinence care, Dressing, positioning and mobility support, Prevention of pressure sores and skin care, Hand hygiene and infection control measures, Respecting dignity and privacy during personal care.

Module 4: Nutrition, Feeding and Household Management: Planning and preparing simple nutritious meals, Assisting with feeding and hydration, Understanding dietary restrictions and food allergies, Light housekeeping and laundry duties, Safe use of kitchen appliances and hygiene, Grocery shopping and household organization.

Module 5: Safety, Emergency Response and Infection Control: Creating a safe home environment for patients, Fall prevention and use of assistive devices, Responding to emergencies and basic first aid, Infection control practices and PPE use, Fire safety and disaster preparedness at home, Documentation and incident reporting procedures.

Module 6: Psychosocial Support and End-of-Life Care: Providing emotional support to patients and families, Understanding mental health and dementia care, Effective listening and companionship skills, Cultural sensitivity and respecting beliefs, Supporting end-of-life and palliative care needs, Reporting changes in patient condition to supervisors.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.