Diploma in Patient Care Assistant

The Diploma in Patient Care Assistant at the University of Bahrain was developed jointly with the College of Health and Sport Sciences' nursing department and King Hamad University Hospital, reflecting a broader push to strengthen healthcare collaboration within Bahrain. It is aimed squarely at a workforce gap: graduates fill patient-assistant roles that do not require full nursing-level training, easing pressure on the healthcare workforce as the sector keeps expanding. Training focuses on safe, patient-centred care, teamwork with other healthcare staff, and sound clinical decision-making based on the information available at the time. Graduates are prepared to deliver care that accounts for a patient's age, individual needs, and personal values, always under the supervision of a qualified nurse, while being encouraged to keep developing their skills throughout their career.