Available Programmes

Empowering Healthcare Professionals with Essential Clinical Skills

Welcome to the Professional Diploma in Health Technician program at AOCHSIT. The programme is designed to prepare individuals for careers as allied health professionals, providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to support healthcare delivery and patient care.

Programme Overview

The Professional Diploma in Health Technician program offers comprehensive training in clinical skills, medical procedures, patient care, and healthcare technology. Students will gain hands-on experience in a variety of healthcare settings, preparing them for entry-level positions in the healthcare industry.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Curriculum: The diploma programme covers a wide range of topics, including anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control, vital signs measurement, medical assisting procedures, and emergency response.

• Hands-On Learning: Students will engage in hands-on learning experiences, including laboratory exercises, clinical simulations, and supervised practicum placements in healthcare facilities.

• Expert Faculty: Our faculty members are experienced healthcare professionals, including nurses, medical technologists, and allied health educators, who bring real-world expertise to the classroom.

• Industry-Relevant Skills: The diploma programme is designed to equip participants with the skills and competencies needed to work as health technicians, medical assistants, patient care technicians, or phlebotomists in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Programme Structure

The Professional Diploma in Health Technician is typically a one-year program, consisting of both classroom-based instruction and hands-on training components. Students will complete a series of core courses in healthcare fundamentals, as well as specialized courses in their chosen area of concentration.

Areas of Concentration

• Medical Assistant: Focuses on medical assisting skills, including patient assessment, medical office procedures, medication administration, and laboratory techniques.

• Patient Care Technician: Focuses on direct patient care skills, including bathing, feeding, mobility assistance, vital signs measurement, and patient comfort measures.

• Phlebotomy Technician: Focuses on blood collection techniques, venipuncture procedures, specimen handling, and laboratory safety protocols.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Professional Diploma in Health Technician programme are prepared to pursue entry-level positions in a variety of healthcare settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Physician offices
• Nursing homes
• Urgent care centers
• Diagnostic laboratories

Admissions

Admission to the Professional Diploma in Health Technician programme is open to individuals with a senior secondary school certificate or equivalent. Prospective participants are encouraged to review the admission requirements and application process on our college website.

Join Us in Serving the Healthcare Community

We are committed to preparing compassionate and competent healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing quality care to patients. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and are interested in a rewarding career in healthcare, we invite you to join us in the Professional Diploma in Health Technician programme.