Gauteng Health empowers staff with training to enhance patient care
A new partnership between Gauteng Health and Boston City Campus is helping public healthcare staff gain valuable qualifications in fields like HR, cleaning and IT—driving better service and career growth.
The Gauteng Department of Health is empowering staff through a skills development programme.
The initiative aims to boost workplace morale, performance, and productivity.
Through a partnership with Boston City Campus (BCC), staff members received accredited training that is designed to accommodate working professionals.
The department has signed a five-year Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with BCC to implement accredited skills programmes for staff members.
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This initiative has opened doors for employees who may not have had access to such opportunities previously.
To date, over 1 000 staff members across all health facilities have enrolled with BCC for various qualifications such as End User Computer (NQF Level 3), Human Resource Practice (NQF Level 5), Cleaning and Hygiene (NQF Level 1).
“Out of these, 811 successfully completed their programmes by the end of May. As a result, on June 19 we hosted a graduation ceremony for employees from Pholosong and Far East Rand Hospitals who have successfully completed their courses, at Dr Clarence Mini Hall at Bertha Gxowa Hospital,” said Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko.
“As part of the MOA, upcoming programmes will include Business Administration and Human Resource Management Higher Certificate NQF Level 5,” said Nkomo-Ralehoko.
“These public-private collaborations are important in aligning training programmes with industry needs, ensuring relevance and quality, as well as facilitating smooth transitions from education to employment.
“This is a positive step in our efforts to build a stronger, more responsive health sector that can better serve the needs of the residents,” she said.
“These partnerships help ensure a competent workforce, address shortages and promote innovation, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and a more efficient healthcare system,” said Nkomo-Ralehoko.
