HANDSWORTH INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND

TECHNOLOGY.

SHORT COURSE STRUCTURE AND OUTLINES.

HANDSWORTH INSTITUTE.

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 1. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY.
Introduction.
Workplace safety is very important for each and every employee in the industry because all the
Workers desire to work in a safe and protected atmosphere. Therefore, Health and safety is the
key factor for all the industries in order to promote the wellness of both employees and
employers.
In this regards, this course introduces the learner to the key components of health and safety at
different work places.
Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
1. 1 Assignment (s) (At least 50%).
2. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.
i. OSWARD NZIMA
a. Qualification: B.A. Environmental Education with Geography.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.

Course Structure.
I. Scope of OSH.
II. Key Terms in OSH.
III. Aims of OSH.
IV. Safety and Health System.
V. Work Hazard and Risk Assessment.
VI. Health Risk Assessment and Control.
VII. Accident and Incident Investigation.
VIII. Personal Protective Equipment.
 2. PSYCHOSOCIAL COUNSELLING.
Introduction.
Psycho social counselling looks at various counselling methods and technics needed for one to
be a qualified counselor.
With the growing demand for each organization to have psychosocial counsellors both
governmental and non-governmental organizational this is one of the on demand course which
every individual in need of employment in counselling related courses can pursue.
Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
4. 3 Assignment (s) (At least 50%).
5. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).
6. 2 to 4 weeks theory.
7. 2 Months Practical Attachment.
Lectures Details.
i. STEPHEN MUSONDA
a. Qualification: B.A. Special Education.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.

Course Structure.
i. Origin and development of counselling.
ii. Principles of Counselling.
iii. Attitudes of a Counsellor.
iv. Ethical Issues in Counselling.
v. Attending Skills in Counselling.
vi. The person-centered counselling theory.
vii. Problems in psycho-social counselling.
viii. Types of licenses.
ix. HIV AND AIDS counselling.
x. Verbatim.
xi. Clinical attachment (practices)
 3. HIV/AIDS MANAGEMENT.

Introduction.

With the growing number of organizations fighting the high levels of HIV/AIDS in Zambia
and world over. The need for HIV counsellors in these organizations is ever growing as they
help counsel the HIV affected individuals. Employment opportunities for this course is on the
rise because of this.
Lectures Details.
iii. STEPHEN MUSONDA
a. Qualification: B.A. Special Education.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.

Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
8. 3 Assignment (s) (At least 50%).
9. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).
10. 2 to 4 weeks theory.
11. 2 Months Practical Attachment.

Course Outline.
1. History.
2. Transmission.
3. HIV Testing and Immunology.
4. HIV/AIDS Counselling skills and Techniques
 DATA ANALYSIS.

Introduction.
Data analysis is a process of inspecting, cleansing, transforming and modeling data with the goal
of discovering useful information, informing conclusion and supporting decision-making. Data
analysis has multiple facets and approaches, encompassing diverse techniques under a variety of
names, and is used in different business, science, and social science domains.
There wide range of data analysis tools, however, the most common one is Statistical package for
social sciences (SPSS). Therefore learning this course will expose you to managing your data with
SPSS.
Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
12. 1 Assignment (s)/Project.
13. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).
14. 6 contact hours.

Lectures Details.
i. LAWRENCE MWALE
a. Qualification: B.A. Demography with Economics
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.

Course Outline.

i. An introduction to data analysis.

ii. Types of data.
iii. Managing your data using SPSS.
iv. Data entry using SPSS.
v. Data presentation using SPSS.
 5. MONITORING AND EVALUATION.
Introduction.

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) is used to assess the performance of projects, institutions and
programs set up by governments, international organizations and NGOs. Its goal is to improve
current and future management of outputs, outcomes and impact. It is a continuous assessment of
programs based on early detailed information on the progress or delay of the ongoing assessed
activities.
The course will be able to provide students with an in-depth understanding of various concepts,
components and skills in monitoring and evaluation which are needed to design and implement
M&E plans.
Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
15. 1 Assignment (s)/ Project.
16. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.
i. LAWRENCE MWALE
a. Qualification: B.A. Demography with Economics
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.

Lectures Details.

ii. ALEX N’GANDU

a. Qualification: PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
b. Institute: The Copperbelt University
Course Outline.

i. Scope of Monitoring and Evaluation.

ii. Components and Concepts of M and E.
iii. M and E Framework Components.
iv. M and E Indicators.
v. Designing M and E Plans.
 6. PROJECT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT.

Introduction
Primarily, Project Management looks at initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing
the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria at the specified time.
The project management is to achieve all of the project goals within the given constraints.
Therefore, doing this course will enable you to understand and plan your project so well that you
bet your target that you need to reach.

Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
18. 1 Assignment (s)/ Project.
19. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.

i. ALEX N’GANDU
a. Qualification: PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
b. Institute: The Copperbelt University

Course Outline.

i. Project overview.
ii. Project process.
iii. Project knowledge areas.
iv. Project integration management.
v. Project scope management.
vi. Project time management.
vii. Project quality management.
viii. Project risk management.
ix. Project communication management.
 7. COMPUTER LITERACY (I.C.T).

This course is an introductory survey of computers and their role in the modern world. Emphasis
is on computer terminology, hardware and software. Will also be included for hands-on
experience using micro-computer applications will be included.
Therefore, joining this course will introduce the learners to the basics and requirements needed
for a person to be computer literate.
Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
21. 1 Assignment (s)/Project.
22. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.
viii. DYLAN MWANSA
a. Qualification: B.A. Economics.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.
c.

Course Topics will include.

i. Computer competency.
ii. Different Applications software-basic tools.
iii. Components of the CPU.
iv. Different types of Secondary storage.
v. Types of Communications and connectivity.
vi. Files and databases.
vii. The Internet.
viii. Computer security, ethics and the future.
 SALES AND MARKETING.

Introduction.

Successful sales and marketing strategies have the potential to take any business at any level to
extraordinary new heights. Regardless of the size, power or purpose of any given brand,
effectiveness of marketing will play a pivotal role in determining long-term stability and position
within the industry.
Courses for Sales and Marketing, provide the perfect introduction to one of the most critically
important and increasingly powerful elements of beginning, managing and maintaining the
contemporary business. Over the course of five in-depth units, Sales and Marketing Course, of
candidates explore a series of key sales and marketing concepts from the perspective of a
professional business environment.

Course Layout.

By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.

1. 1 Assignment (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.

i. CHIWE CHIBESA
a. Qualification: B.A. MARKETING.
b. Institute: COPPERBELT UNIVERSITY.

ii. Course Structure.

1. Introduction to Marketing.
2. Developing a Marketing Plan.
3. Advertising and Networking.
4. Promotion Mix.
5. Personal Selling and Sales Promotion.
 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Introduction.
The management of a business includes the performance or management of business operations
and decision-making, as well as the efficient organization of people and other resources to direct
activities towards common goals and objectives. In general, "administration" refers to the
Broader management function, including the associated finance, personnel and MIS services.

Course Layout.

By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.

4. 1 Assignment (s) (At least 50%).
5. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.

CHIWE CHIBESA
a. Qualification: B.A. MARKETING
b. Institute: COPPERBELT UNIVERSITY

BRIGHTON SIMBALA
c. Qualification: B.A. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
d. Institute: THE UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA

Course
Structure.
1. Meaning and Nature of Business.
2. Types of Business.
3. Forms of Business Organizations.
4. Business Management.
5. Business Risk Management.
6. Business Environment.
7. Business Plan Formulation.
8. Entrepreneurship.
10. SOCIAL WORK

Introduction
Social work is an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families,
groups, and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being.

Course Outline:
The topics the course will cover includes.

a. Introduction to social work.

b. Welfare reforms.
c. Types of Social Workers.
d. Role of social workers in modern society.
e. Social work as a career.
f. Social work practice.

Lectures Details.
v. STEPHEN MUSONDA
a. Qualification: B.A. Special Education.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.
Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
24. 3 Assignment (s) (At least 50%).
25. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).
26. 2 to 4 weeks theory.
27. 2 Months Practical Attachment.
11. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.

Course Outline.

1. The history of community development.

2. Issues in Community Development.

3. Seven theories for seven community developers.
4. Creating and Maintaining Coalitions and Partnerships
5. Assessing Community Needs and Resources
6. Developing Strategic and Action Plans.

Lectures Details.
i. OSWARD NZIMA
a. Qualification: B.A. Environmental Education with Geography.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.

ii. SIDNEY MALIPA

a. Qualification: B.A. Adult Education.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.
c.
12. PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT.

Description
Project Risk Management (PRM) provides an effective approach to improve decision-making, reduce
threats, and increase the probability of the project achieving its cost, time and other objectives This Course
provides a basic understanding of risk management concepts and how to identify, analyze, and mitigate
risks.
C
Outline

• Risk management processes

• Definition of risks
• Risk Identification
• Risk Breakdown Structure
• How to create a risk register
• Qualitative risk analysis
• Quantitative risk analysis
• Risk mitigation

Course Objectives

Course Layout.
By the end of the course, the learner should have cleared.
24. 1 Assignment (s)/Project.
25. 1 Examination (s) (At least 50%).

Lectures Details.
viii. MARVIN MWANSA
a. Qualification: B.A. Demography with Economics
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.
13. RESEARCH METHODS AND REPORT

WRITING. INTRODUCTION.

The main purpose of the Research Methods, Programs course is to introduce students to
quantitative and qualitative methods for conducting meaningful inquiry and research. They will
gain an overview of research intent and design, methodology and technique, format and
presentation, and data management and analysis informed by commonly used statistical
methods.

COURSE STRUCTURE
Developing a hypothesis, a research problem and related questions
i. Preparation of research proposal.
ii. Writing a literature review.
iii. Collecting data that accurately addresses the research problem
iv. Using data to make decisions.
v. Preparation of report/thesis.

Lectures Details.
SIDNEY MALIPA
a. Qualification: B.A. Adult Education.
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.
c.
 15. DATA ANALYSIS USING EXCEL.

1. Introduction.
The use of Excel is widespread in the industry. It is a very powerful data analysis tool and
almost all big and small businesses use Excel in their day to day functioning. This is an
introductory course in the use of Excel and is designed to give you a working knowledge of
Excel with the aim of getting to use it for more advance topics in Business Statistics later.
The course is designed keeping in mind two kinds of learners - those who have very little
functional knowledge of Excel and those who use Excel regularly but at a peripheral level
and wish to enhance their skills. The course takes you from basic operations such as reading
data into excel using various data formats, organizing and manipulating data, to some of the
more advanced functionality of Excel. All along, Excel functionality is introduced using easy
to understand examples which are demonstrated in a way that learners can become
comfortable in understanding and applying them.

Course Outline

• Reading data into Excel using various formats

• Basic functions in Excel, arithmetic as well as various logical functions
• Formatting rows and columns.
• Using formulas in Excel and their copy and paste using absolute and relative referencing.
• VLOOKUP across worksheets.
• Data filtering in Excel
• Use of Pivot tables with categorical as well as numerical data
• Introduction to the charting capability of Excel.

Lectures Details.
Vii. MARVIN MWANSA
a. Qualification: B.A. Demography with Economics
b. Institute: The University Of Zambia.
c. Contact details: 0978517352.
 17. INTRODUCTORY FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Introduction.
Learn the basics of Accounting including: the accounting cycle, inventory, depreciation, receivables, and
more.

Course outline.

This course covers the basics of Financial Accounting:

• The accounting cycle (transaction analysis, adjustments, closing)

• Buying and selling inventory
• Costing inventory
• Internal controls and cash
• Receivables
• Fixed assets and depreciation
• Financial statements: Income statement, Statement of retained earnings, Balance Sheet,
and Statement of cash flows

LECTURER.

MAAMBO MUSUTE.
Qualification: BA. Business Administration
Institute: The University of Zambia (UNZA).
 18. PURCHASING AND SUPPLY

Course Outline
1. What is purchasing?
2. Purchasing Strategy
3. Purchasing Organisation
4. Purchasing Procedures
5. Purchasing and IT

LECTURER.

Lecturer: Providence Mwewa

Qualification: BA. Purchasing and Supply
Institute: The Copperbelt University.
 19. LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Course Outline

1. Logistics and the Supply Chain.

2. Serving the Customer.
3. Value and Logistics Costs.
4. Managing Logistics Internationally

LECTURER.

Lecturer: Providence Mwewa

Qualification: BA. Purchasing and Supply
Institute: The Copperbelt University.
 15. TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS

Course outline.

1. Transportation Systems (Distribution)

2. Logistics Processes (Distribution)
3. Introduction to Supply Chain Management.
4. Logistics: Cargo Claims Prevention & Resolution
5. Safety, Security and Environment.

LECTURER.

PROVIDENCE MWEWA
Qualification: BA. Purchasing and Supply
Institute: The Copperbelt University.

MAAMBO MUSUTE.
Qualification: BA. Business Administration
Institute: The University of Zambia (UNZA).
 20. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Purpose:
To introduce learners to the field of human resource management by exposing them the key areas
OBJECTIVES
• To understand the basic concepts of human resource management (HRM).
• To explain what human resource management is and how it relates to the management process.
• To provide an overview of functions of HRM.
• To describe how the major roles of HR management are being transformed

COURSE OUTLINE
❖ Describe the organizational human recourse process
❖ Discuss Employee recruitment and selection
❖ Discuss the importance of training and development/ Proffesional behaviour and the impact of
valuing people in an organistion
❖ Employee Testing and Selection
❖ Labor relations
❖ Job satisfaction and motivation to work

Lecturer

Nancy Musnege
Masters in HRM
UNILUS
20.0 CLEARING AND FORWARDING

Course purpose

The purpose of this course is to provide students with people skills that are employed in
clearing andforwarding business. At the end of the course, the student should be able to;1)Identify
the scope of clearing and forwarding, the field environment including rights, duties and
responsibilities of a freight forwarder2)Appreciate the legal context /implication of various
documents used in import-export and their sources3)Outline usage of import, export documents
and associated terms in relation to C&F operations aspects of international trade4)Demonstrate
ability to perform consolidations and plan intermodal journeys for containerized and conventional
cargo5)Identify procedures relating to clearing and forwarding cargo in international
trade6)Explain how the different modes of transport relate to clearing and forwarding

Course Outline

1. Major export documents

2. . Import process
3. . Major imports
4. . Documents
5. . Incoterms such as FOB; cost of freight (CF); CIF
6. . Shipping documents
7. . Freight forwarders and their roles
8. . Modes of transport and their economic usage.
9. . Ethics/CSR /ICT

Lectures Details.

ii. ALEX N’GANDU

c. Qualification: PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
d. Institute: The Copperbelt University.
 21. Nursing Assistant (Health Care Assistant)

Course Outline:

Introduction to Nursing Assisting.

Core Area 1 - Interpersonal Communication and Social Interaction
● What is the nursing assistant's role?
● What components are necessary in an effective provider-client relationship?
● What are the legal and ethical responsibilities of a CNA?
● How does a CNA demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication
skills?
● What are the responsibilities of the CNA in patient-focused care?
Explain the role of the nursing assistant.
Identify and demonstrate understanding of the components of a provider-
client relationship.
Conform to legal and ethical requirements affecting the work of NAs.
Demonstrate effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
Analyze the responsibilities of the NA in client-focused care.

Human Development and Basic Needs (10 lessons)

Core Area 1 - Interpersonal Communication and Social
Interaction Core Area 3 - Personal Care Skills Core Area 4 - Basic
Restorative Skills
Core Area 6 - The Dementias
● How do we assure each person is treated with respect?
● How do the stages of development apply to meeting human needs?
● What are the needs of a client with Alzheimer's?
● How do people cope with illness and discomfort?
● How can you promote patient comfort?
● What are the requirements for bedmaking?
Believe in importance of treating each person with respect.
Apply knowledge of stages of development in meeting basic human needs.
Recognize the needs of a client with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, mental
illness, mental retardation or other cognitive disabilities or impairments. Discuss
ways that people cope with illness and discomfort.
Promote client comfort.
Demonstrate bedmaking.

Infection Control (4 lessons)

Core Area 2 - Basic Nursing Skills
● How do we prevent the spread of infection?
● How do we determine which infection control techniques to use?
Select infection control principles required to reduce the spread of infection.
Apply infection control techniques in caregiver situations

Safety and Admissions (6 lessons).

Core Area 2 - Basic Nursing Skills
● How can a CNA maintain safety in the health care facility?
● What is the CNA's role in assisting with admission, transfer and discharge
of patients?
● How does a CNA report client status?
Maintain safety within the health care facility.
Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge of clients.
Report client status.

The Body in Health and Disease (6 lessons)

Core Area 4 - Basic Restorative Skills
● How can a CNA recognize abnormal signs and symptoms of common diseases?
● How do CNAs observe and assess the status of their residents' health?
Recognize abnormal signs and symptoms of common diseases.
Moving, Lifting, and Transferring Clients (8 lessons)
Core Area 2 - Basic Nursing Skills
Core Area 4 - Basic Restorative Skills
● How do CNAs use positioning devices to prevent bedsores and contractures?
● How do CNAs assist with range of motion exercises?
● How do CNAs safely move, lift, ambulate and transfer their
residents? Positioning a client with the use of available equipment
Perform range of motion exercises
Transferring client safely and according to principles of client care
ergonomics Assist the client to ambulate
Personal Care and Hygiene (17 lessons)
Core Area 1 - Interpersonal Communication and Social
Interaction Core Area 2 - Basic Nursing Skills
Core Area 3 - Personal Care Skills
Core Area 4 - Basic Restorative Skills
● How do CNAs provide for their residents' personal care?
● What is routine morning or evening care?
● How do CNAs provide general comfort to residents?
● How does a CNA assist with bathing, dressing, undressing and
grooming? Provide general comfort measures
Assist with bathing
Practice dressing and undressing the client
Fluid, Nutrition, and Diet Modifications (8 lessons)
Core Area 2 - Basic Nursing Skills
Core Area 3 - Personal Care Skills
● How do CNAs provide for their residents' fluid and nutritional needs?
● What diet modifications are used to meet nutritional needs of residents?
● How do CNAs prepare their residents for meals?
● How does a CNA recognize and respond to conditions affecting the urinary
system?
Discuss nutritional needs and diet modifications
Prepare clients for meals
Respond to conditions affecting the urinary system
Special Cares (6 lessons)
Core Area 2 - Basic Nursing Skills. Core
Area 4 - Basic Restorative Skills
● What special cares do CNAs provide?
● What routine preoperative and postoperative care do CNAs provide?
● How do CNAs protect residents against postoperative complications?
● How do CNAs assist with restorative care and rehabilitation?
● How do CNAs support residents and their families during the process of death
and dying?
Assist client in restorative care
Provide routine preoperative and postoperative care
Discuss the process of death and dying.

Lectures Details.
Stanley Mumbi
Bsc Nursing (UNZA)