Train Musawo
Uganda’s healthcare system needs more than more buildings. It needs more trained and compassionate people willing to serve communities where they live. The MUSAWO Training Centre exists to build that workforce. Every person we certify becomes a new strand in Uganda’s community health safety net.
Our graduates go on to serve patients in homes, clinics, and communities across the country extending the reach of quality care far beyond what any single facility could achieve alone. Our courses are accredited by Uganda’s Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education and Sports, and graduates receive nationally recognised certifications.

Course 1
Certified Nursing Care Assistant (CNA)
Our flagship certification equips learners with the practical skills and professional foundation to work as qualified nursing care assistants across Uganda in homes, hospitals, clinics, and community care settings.
What you will learn
- Patient-centred care and compassionate communication
- Safety practices and infection prevention and control
- Hygiene and personal care support for patients Basic clinical procedures and medication support
- Care for elderly patients and those living with chronic conditions
- Professional conduct and ethics in healthcare settings

Course 2
Basic Nursing Care Assistant
What you will learn
- Essential patient care and daily support skills
- Safety, hygiene, and basic clinical practices
- Professional conduct and communication in care settings
- Supporting healthcare teams in clinics and home environments
- First aid and basic emergency response

Course 3
Babysitting, Child Care and Safety Management
What you will learn
- Child development basics and age-appropriate care practices
- Daily care routines: feeding, hygiene, rest, and stimulation
- Recognising signs of illness, injury, or distress in children
- First aid and emergency response for infants and children
- Safety management in home and community care environments

What Happens After You Graduate
We do not just hand you a certificate and wish you well. MUSAWO connects graduates to employment opportunities both locally and internationally through our growing network of healthcare partners.
We support our graduates in finding placements that match their skills and their commitment to community-centred care.
A number of our graduates go on to work with MUSAWO directly, conducting home visits, supporting clinic services, and training the communities around them.

