1. Personal Care Skills
Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene.
Helping with mobility (transfers, walking, wheelchair use).
Supporting with toileting and continence care.
Assisting with feeding and monitoring diet.
2. Medical & Health-Related Skills
Taking and recording vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration).
Administering or reminding about medications.
Monitoring symptoms and reporting changes to nurses/doctors.
Basic first aid knowledge.
Knowledge of infection prevention and hygiene standards.
3. Household & Daily Living Support
Preparing nutritious meals.
Light housekeeping and laundry.
Running errands (shopping, prescriptions).
Helping manage schedules and appointments.
4. Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Patience, empathy, and active listening.
Communicating with patients who may have dementia, speech difficulties, or special needs.
Building trust and rapport with clients and families.