Training programme
At Familiehulp's training centres, job seekers can take the free training programme to become a care assistant - healthcare assistant.
Who is the training programme for?
- you are at least 18 years old
- you are registered as a job seeker with the VDAB
- you are medically fit to take the programme
- you have the relevant basic skills which we will assess during an introductory interview
You can apply for an exemption for one or several training modules. To do so, you must meet one of the following conditions (and provide supporting documents):
- you have already taken a training programme in the area of care which you completed in full or in part without obtaining a certificate or qualification
- you have a relevant training certificate
- you have work experience in the care sector
Training programme structure
The programme is made up of several modules. There are two possible pathways: the regular pathway and the pathway with additional dutch language support.
Modular training programme Regular pathway
- duration: 13 months
- tuition days per week: 4 days
You have classes from 08:30 - 16:30 - language level required: 2.4 (or 2.3 in Brussels)
= you speak and write fluently in Dutch - location: Brussels, Hasselt, Veurne, Antwerp, Ghent and Roeselare
Modular training programme with extra help with Dutch
- duration: 15 months
- tuition days per week: 4.5 days
You have classes from 08:30 - 16:30 - language level: 2.1
= entry level for Dutch - location: Aalst and Vilvoorde
Training programmes in your local area
Curious to find out more about our training programmes?
Check the start dates and info days of the 8 training centres listed below.
Practical information
Familiehulp runs the care assistant - healthcare assistant training programme in association with:
New Region Ghent and Brussels!
Become a trainee care assistant while working at Familiehulp
Did you know that, even now, you can take our training as a care assistant - healthcare assistant through IKA (the Structural Entry Channel) while you are employed by Familiehulp. We will be happy to explain everything to you on our info dates.
Take a virtual look at the training centre
Take a virtual look at Familiehulp and discover our care assistant - healthcare assistant training programme. Explore the various aspects of our training programme and learn more about the jobs you can do upon completion.