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Nursing Assistant Diploma – CPD Accredited Online Course UK
Learn nursing assistant duties, patient care, health monitoring, infection control, and communication online.
Are you looking to start or advance your career as a nursing assistant? This CPD-accredited Nursing Assistant Diploma equips learners with essential knowledge of patient care, basic clinical skills, health monitoring, infection control, safeguarding, and effective communication in healthcare settings. Start learning online and gain the skills required to support nurses, assist patients, and maintain high standards of care in hospitals, clinics, and care homes across the UK.
Nursing assistants are in high demand in the UK healthcare system. They provide critical support to registered nurses, ensuring patients receive safe, compassionate, and consistent care. Skilled assistants are essential in hospitals, community care facilities, nursing homes, and private healthcare services.
Through this course, learners will understand patient assessment, hygiene, mobility support, record-keeping, infection prevention, communication skills, and legal and ethical responsibilities. These abilities enable learners to deliver quality care and support healthcare teams effectively.
Course Overview
The Nursing Assistant Diploma is an online CPD programme designed for learners seeking professional knowledge in patient care and healthcare support.
Who is it suitable for:
- Aspiring nursing assistants and healthcare support workers
- Care home staff seeking CPD
- Hospital support staff
- Career changers entering the healthcare sector
- Students pursuing a career in nursing or healthcare
Modules include:
- Introduction to nursing assistant roles and responsibilities
- Principles of patient care and wellbeing
- Infection control, hygiene, and safety practices
- Basic health monitoring: temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
- Supporting mobility and daily living activities
- Nutrition and hydration support for patients
- Communication and interpersonal skills in healthcare
- Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults
- Record-keeping and documentation in healthcare settings
- Assisting with personal care and comfort
- Legal and ethical responsibilities of a nursing assistant
- Case studies on patient care and healthcare scenarios
Each module provides learners with knowledge required to assist healthcare professionals and support patient care effectively.
By the end of the course, learners will be able to provide safe and compassionate care, assist with health monitoring, support nurses, and maintain compliance with healthcare standards.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the role of a nursing assistant in healthcare teams
- Assist with patient care and support daily living activities
- Perform basic health monitoring and vital sign observations
- Apply infection prevention and hygiene standards effectively
- Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Support mobility, nutrition, and hydration of patients
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- Follow safeguarding policies and protect vulnerable adults
- Apply ethical and legal responsibilities in care delivery
- Contribute to a safe and compassionate healthcare environment
- Assist nurses and healthcare professionals with clinical tasks
- Recognise and report patient changes and concerns promptly
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Why Enrol in This Nursing Assistant Diploma?
- CPD Accredited certification for career development in healthcare
- Study online with 12 months unlimited access — learn anytime, anywhere
- Gain knowledge in patient care, health monitoring, and infection control
- Strengthen your CV for nursing assistant, healthcare support worker, and care home roles
- Learn effective communication, safeguarding, and legal responsibilities
- Flexible self-paced learning with instant digital certificate
- Optional hard copy certificate available
- Tutor support available on weekdays
- Transparent pricing and fast assessment with instant results
Who is This Course for?
- Aspiring nursing assistants and healthcare support staff
- Care home and hospital support staff
- Students preparing for a career in nursing or healthcare
- Career changers entering the healthcare sector
- Professionals seeking CPD in patient care and health support
Prerequisites
- No formal entry requirements
- Suitable for beginners in healthcare
- Learners seeking CPD in nursing assistant roles
- Staff aiming to strengthen patient care and support skills
Assessment Method
Assessment for the course is conducted through an automated multiple-choice exam. A score of 60% is required to pass and earn the CPD Accredited Certificate. Reflective assignments are provided to enhance your learning, with expert tutor feedback available.
Certification
Upon completing the course and passing the final exam, you will receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from Apex Learning. This certification demonstrates your qualifications and skills. The Digital version of the certificate is available for a discounted price of £9.99 only, and you can order a hard copy of the certificate for a discounted price of £14.99 only.
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Career Path
Completing this course prepares learners for roles in healthcare support:
- Nursing Assistant – Assist patients with care, monitor health, and support nurses. (£18,000–£25,000/year)
- Healthcare Support Worker – Provide day-to-day patient assistance in hospitals or care homes. (£18,000–£26,000/year)
- Care Home Assistant – Support elderly or vulnerable adults with personal care and wellbeing. (£17,000–£24,000/year)
- Hospital Support Staff – Help nurses and medical teams with administrative and patient support tasks. (£18,000–£26,000/year)
- Patient Care Assistant – Monitor patients, support nutrition, hydration, and mobility needs. (£18,000–£25,000/year)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a nursing assistant do?
A nursing assistant supports patients with daily living activities, observes and records vital signs, and assists nurses in delivering safe and compassionate care in hospitals, care homes, or clinics.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. Beginners and professionals seeking CPD can enrol. No prior healthcare experience is required, and the course provides foundational knowledge for nursing assistant roles.
Can I study this course online?
Yes. The course is fully online with 12 months unlimited access, allowing learners to study at their own pace and revisit materials whenever needed.
What topics are covered in this course?
Topics include patient care, health monitoring, infection control, safeguarding, communication, record-keeping, nutrition, mobility support, legal responsibilities, and ethical practice in healthcare.
Will this course help me get a job as a nursing assistant?
Yes. The course equips learners with the knowledge and CPD accreditation required to apply for nursing assistant, healthcare support worker, or care home assistant positions in the UK.
How is the course assessed?
Assessment includes multiple-choice questions, scenario exercises, and tutor feedback to ensure learners can demonstrate knowledge of patient care and health monitoring.
What jobs can I target after completing this course?
Nursing assistant, healthcare support worker, care home assistant, hospital support staff, and patient care assistant roles.
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Course Curriculum
- 3 sections
- 6 lectures
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Introduction to Nursing 00:15:00 -
Working in Different Healthcare Settings 00:13:00
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Understanding legal, professional standards of practice and ethical aspects of health care- Part 1 00:50:00
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Understanding legal, professional standards of practice and ethical aspects of health care- Part 2 00:48:00
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Effective Communication in Nursing 00:45:00
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Health and Safety in Nursing 00:46:00
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Hygiene in Nursing 00:28:00
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Infection Control 00:58:00
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Asepsis in Nursing 00:15:00
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Medication Administration in Nursing 00:17:00
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Understanding the Immune System in Nursing 00:26:00
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Rest and Sleep Management in Nursing 00:17:00
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Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients in Nursing 00:15:00
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Pain Management for Nurses 00:22:00
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Nutrition in Nursing 00:23:00
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Fluid and Electrolyte Balance 00:21:00
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Assisting with Elimination 00:28:00
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Oxygenation in Nursing 00:28:00
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Understanding the Growth and Development of Children 00:26:00
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Safeguarding, Protection and Welfare of Young Children 00:26:00
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Health and Safety of Children in the Early Years 00:35:00
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Nutrition and Healthy Food for Children 00:30:00
Introduction to Nursing -
Claim Your Certificate 00:00:00
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Thank you for completing your course with us! We’d appreciate your feedback! 00:00:00
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Fundamental Nursing Skills 00:00:00
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Hygiene in Care Services 00:12:00
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Medical First Aid 00:49:00
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Basic First Aid Techniques 00:20:00
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Duration:11 hours, 53 minutes
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Access:1 year access
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Level:Intermediate
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CPD Points:10