NAITA Nurse Assistant Course 2026 – NVQ Level 4 | Health & Social Work Sector

The NAITA Nurse Assistant Course is a comprehensive three-year programme leading to an NVQ Level 4 qualification in healthcare. It is one of the most in-demand vocational courses in Sri Lanka, offering graduates a clear pathway into the healthcare sector both locally and abroad. The programme is conducted in association with NAITA’s Institute of Nursing and Healthcare Training (INHT) and includes extensive clinical placement at approved hospitals and health institutions.

What You Will Learn

• Fundamentals of anatomy, physiology, and human biology
• Patient care, personal hygiene, and daily living assistance
• Vital signs monitoring — temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiration
• Wound care, dressing, and basic nursing procedures
• Infection prevention, sterilisation, and hospital hygiene
• Administration of medications under supervision
• First aid and emergency patient response
• Nutrition, diet, and patient feeding assistance
• Patient rights, professional ethics, and healthcare communication

Career Opportunities

Entry Requirements

• Age 16–35 years (above 35 with special approval)
• G.C.E. O/L passes required (including Science subjects preferred)
• Sri Lankan citizen
• Medical fitness certificate may be required