MODULES
1. Review of basic care & professional boundaries
2. ECG theory & 12-lead placement; practice strips
3. Phlebotomy: venepuncture equipment, site selection, specimen labelling
4. Point-of-care testing: glucometers & urinalysis
5. Respiratory support: oxygen setup, pulse oximetry
6. Pain assessment tools & non-pharmacologic comfort measures
7. Documentation in electronic health records (EHR)
8. Assisting with minor procedures & sterile fields
9. Safety: handling sharps, hazardous materials, fall prevention
10. Soft skills: conflict resolution & patient advocacy
11. Clinical rotation (40 h) in emergency or telemetry unit
12. Competency OSCE & process-improvement mini-project
Learning Outcomes
1. Perform ECG acquisition, venepuncture, and bedside testing safely.
2. Assist clinicians during sterile and minor invasive procedures.
3. Identify and mitigate common acute-care safety risks.
4. Document accurately in paper or electronic records.
5. Demonstrate patient-centred communication and advocacy.