Workforce Development

Vaka Health Foundation nursing and midwifery workforce development focuses on enhancing the skills, knowledge, and capacity of healthcare professionals to deliver quality care. It encompasses education, training, and continuous development to adapt to evolving healthcare needs in Africa. Strengthening this workforce ensures competent and compassionate healthcare delivery, reduces health disparities, and supports global health goals. Here are the selected courses addressing African morbidity and mortality rates.

Diploma In Digital Health & Informatics.

One-year 60 ECTS credit Diploma with 6 Modules offered in partnership with Global eHealth Collaborative. Modules can be taken separately with a certificate for each module or a diploma for completing the 60 ECTS. Practice Fellow programs offered in partnership with East Central and Southern Africa College of Nursing. Visit the Guild Learning Centre - Nurses Guild for more information. This Diploma is going to be offered from January 2024.

CPD & Micro-credentialing.

Vaka Health Foundation Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and micro-credentialing are vital for nurses and midwives to maintain and enhance their skills. CPD involves ongoing learning, skill refinement, and staying updated with advancements in healthcare. Micro-credentialing offers short, focused programs that validate specific competencies. These strategies empower nurses and midwives to adapt to changing practices, improve patient care, and explore specialised areas. CPD and micro-credentialing ensures nurses and midwives expertise remains current, fostering professional growth and contributing to high-quality healthcare delivery.

Partnered with ECSACONM for local context CPD and micro-credentialing

Courses delivered through the Guild Learning Centre - Nurses Guild

Access to digital medical management protocols and algorithms for nursing professionals

Digitized continuing Professional Development Education for Zimbabwe mycpdzw.org and Botswana nmcbw.com as well a Nursing Council Information Management System (NCIMS) .NCIMS allows nursing councils to digitize nurse registration, renewals, examinations and accounting process effectively making their regulatory functions efficient

Micro-credentialing Courses

All the fellowship courses will become available from October 2023 and more information can be obtained from info@ecsacon.org

Practice Fellow in Critical Care (Post graduate diploma)

Critical care nurses are required to lower burden of disease associated with care after major surgery in high-risk areas like obstetrics, trauma and pediatrics and management of time critical acute phases chronic and infectious diseases (including HIV, TB and malaria).

Practice Fellow in Midwifery (Post graduate diploma)

Midwives are needed to address infant, child, and maternal mortality rates in the region. Midwives play a vital role in supporting women across the continuum of pregnancy, labour, birth, and the post-natal period.

Practice Fellow in Chronic Disease Management (Post graduate diploma)

About 50 per cent of people over 40 years old presenting to health practitioners in the region have at least one chronic condition. Nursing Practice Fellow Chronic Disease management builds skills and knowledge to prevent and manage chronic diseases

All the fellowship courses will become available from October 2023 and more information can be obtained from info@ecsacon.org

Mentorship & Empowerment Program

Welcome to Vaka Health Foundation's Mentorship Program, a gateway to empowering the future leaders in Africa. Our mission is clear - to improve health outcomes across the continent. We firmly believe that investing in the education, training and professional growth of young graduates is the key to building a sustainable and impactful healthcare ecosystem.
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One of the most significant benefits of our Mentorship Program is the hands-on experience that interns will receive. By working side-by-side with our experienced leaders, they will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, contributing to meaningful projects and initiatives that directly impact healthcare practices in Africa.

Currently, our Mentorship Program hosts post-graduate interns in Data Science, Law, and Nursing Education. We believe in diversity and recognize the immense value that each discipline brings to the healthcare landscape. Whether you’re passionate about harnessing the power of data to improve health outcomes, advocating for legal reforms in healthcare policies, or shaping the future of nursing education, Vaka offers a space where your ideas and skills are nurtured.

Our Mentorship Program is not just about gaining professional skills; it’s about building meaningful connections and high quality networks. As a part of the Vaka ecosystem, interns will be welcomed into a supportive community of like-minded individuals, dedicated to creating a positive impact on healthcare in Africa. Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of what we do, and we believe that together, we can drive transformative change.

Furthermore, our Mentorship Program isn’t limited to the duration of the internship. We view mentorship as a lifelong journey , and our commitment to our mentees extends beyond the program’s timeframe. Our doors remain open to continued guidance and support, even after interns complete their tenure with us.
To Vaka, success isn’t just about individual achievements; it’s about collective progress. We believe in empowering our mentees to become leaders, innovators, and advocates for improved health outcomes across Africa. Through mentorship, we are sowing the seeds for a brighter and healthier future.

If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling journey of growth, learning, and impact, we invite you to be a part of Vaka Health Foundation’s Mentorship Program. Look out for adverts for expression of interest which are posted here quarterly and on our social media channels. Together, let’s shape the future of healthcare in Africa and create a legacy of positive change.