Course Information
About the Health Promotion Officer Qualification
The Health Promotion Officer qualification is designed to empower individuals to improve community health through education, basic medical services, and connecting people with healthcare resources. Graduates are trained to conduct assessments, provide essential health education, and support individuals and households in navigating health and social services.
Why Study Health Promotion?
- Gain skills to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of communities.
- Learn to treat minor ailments, provide health education, and refer patients to necessary healthcare services.
- Open doors to various healthcare and community-based career opportunities.
- Enhance your ability to educate and empower individuals about maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Build a foundation for further studies in community health, nursing, or social work.
Course Duration
- 1 year, including knowledge modules, practical skill development, and workplace-based learning.
Career Opportunities
Potential Career Paths
- Community Health Worker
- Health Promotion Officer in Clinics or NGOs
- Assistant Nurse in Clinics or Hospitals
- Support Staff in Rehabilitation Centers
- Health Educator in Schools or Municipalities
- Home-Based Caregiver
- Assistant in Mental Health or Counseling Services
- Healthcare Coordinator in Elderly Care Facilities
These roles allow you to work in diverse healthcare settings, from community outreach programs to hospitals and rehabilitation centers.
Admission Requirements
Requirements for Admission
- Grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 (no specific subjects required)
- NQF Level 1 or equivalent with Mathematical Literacy and Communications
- Ability to perform physically mobile tasks
Required Documents
- Completed registration form
- Certified copies of your highest academic qualifications
- Certified copies of your ID or passport
- Two ID-sized passport photos
- Registration fee of R600 (non-refundable)
- R150 for compulsory student ID
- An initial deposit as specified in the course
Additional requirements may apply. Contact us for more details.
Specific Subjects
Key Areas Covered
- Basic Community Health Assessments
- Health Education on Nutrition, Hygiene, and Substance Abuse
- Basic Nursing and Palliative Care
- Child and Maternal Health Support
- Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV/AIDS Awareness
- Home-Based Care and Household Health Assessments
- Environmental Health and Clean Water Practices
- Health Support for Chronic Diseases
- Rehabilitation Care and Counseling Services
These modules equip learners with practical and theoretical knowledge to provide comprehensive healthcare support and open pathways to work in nursing and rehabilitation.