3 TECHNICIANS AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL›32 Health Associate Professionals›325 Other Health Associate Professionals›3259 Other Health Associate Professionals
Explore overview, tasks, skills, education, work context, earnings, and pathways for this Unit Group.
L4CODE: 3259
Job summary
Other Health Associate Professionals (KeSCO 3259) supports outcomes in the Health & Medical Services sector by applying job-specific knowledge
standards
and tools to deliver quality services or outputs. Duties and complexity vary by employer
work setting
and seniority level
but the occupation generally requires reliability
competence
and continuous learning.
Minimum entry requirement summary
Diploma or Certificate
Future outlook
Future trends such as digital transformation
automation
climate resilience
and changing consumer needs are shaping most occupations. Workers who continuously upskill (digital literacy
quality standards
safety
customer service
and modern tools) are more resilient and competitive.
Sectors and industries
Health & Medical ServicesTechnical ServicesOperations SupportField ServicesQuality/ComplianceMaintenance
Employment prospects (narrative)
Prospects depend on national and county demand
sector investment
policy priorities
and supply of trained workers. Job seekers improve prospects by gaining practical experience
building a portfolio or track record
earning relevant certifications
and being flexible on location and sub-sector.
Key tasks (structured)
Provide patient/client assessment and basic clinical support within scope
Administer treatment/medication as authorised and monitor response
Support diagnostics, specimen handling, and referrals where applicable
Maintain patient records and ensure confidentiality
Apply infection prevention and control (IPC) procedures
Provide health education, counselling, and follow-up guidance
Support emergency response and triage where needed
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Maintain equipment readiness and report faults
Participate in quality improvement, audits, and CPD activities
Core skills
Communication (verbal and written)
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Time management and prioritisation
Attention to detail and accuracy
Customer service orientation
Integrity and ethical conduct
Adaptability and continuous learning
Decision-making and judgement
Documentation and record-keeping
Digital literacy (basic)
Safety awareness and compliance mindset
Technical / occupational skills
Clinical procedures within scope of practice
Patient assessment and monitoring
Medication administration principles
Infection prevention and control (IPC)
Emergency response basics (BLS/triage awareness)
Health records and documentation
Client education and counselling basics
Specimen handling basics (where relevant)
Confidentiality and ethics in care
Team-based care coordination
Transferable / soft skills
Leadership and supervision (as one progresses)
Negotiation and stakeholder management
Conflict resolution
Presentation and public speaking
Creativity and innovation
Emotional intelligence
Planning and organisation
Resilience and stress management
Service mindset and empathy
Networking and relationship building
Analytical thinking
Professionalism and work discipline
Skills & competencies (general description)
Prospects depend on national and county demand
sector investment
policy priorities
and supply of trained workers. Job seekers improve prospects by gaining practical experience
building a portfolio or track record
earning relevant certifications
and being flexible on location and sub-sector.
Certifications, licenses & registration
Professional council registration/licensing (mandatory where regulated)
Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR (often required)
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training
CPD credits/renewals (where required)
Education & training pathways (narrative)
TVET certificate/artisan programme aligned to the occupation
Diploma programme for more advanced technical roles
Attachment/industrial training/apprenticeship
Competency assessment/trade test (where applicable)
Experience-based progression into senior technician/foreman/supervisor roles
Education pathways (structured)
TVET certificate/artisan programme aligned to the occupation
Diploma programme for more advanced technical roles
Attachment/industrial training/apprenticeship
Competency assessment/trade test (where applicable)
Experience-based progression into senior technician/foreman/supervisor roles
Minimum entry requirements
Minimum education: Diploma or Certificate
Basic literacy and numeracy (reading, writing, and basic calculations)
Good conduct, reliability, and professional behaviour
Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and workplace rules
Basic digital literacy where the role uses computers/phones
Physical/medical fitness where the role is physically demanding or safety-sensitive
Regulatory registration/licensing where required (profession-dependent)
Background checks/clearance for sensitive roles where applicable
Relevant courses to consider
Nursing
Clinical Medicine
Medicine and Surgery
Midwifery
Pharmacy
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Public Health
Nutrition and Dietetics
Physiotherapy
Community Health
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Institutions where to learn
Universities (accredited public and private universities offering relevant programmes)
National Polytechnics and TVET institutions (diploma, certificate, artisan programmes)
Technical Training Institutes and Vocational Centres
Professional Colleges and Accredited Training Academies
Sector Training Authorities and Recognised Centres of Excellence
Employer-based Academies and Apprenticeship Programmes
Online Learning Platforms (supplementary; verify recognition for regulated fields)
Industry Associations and Professional Bodies (short courses/CPD)
Work environment & conditions (narrative)
Workplace policies
Team collaboration
Quality standards
Workshop/lab
Field support
Equipment handling
Inspections
Health & safety
Confidential records
Typical employers / places of work
Hospitals
clinics
health centres
NGOs and community health programmes.
Work setting
Not specified.
Work schedule
Full-time commonDaytime hours commonDeadlines possible
Employment type
Formal employment possible
Salary ranges
Entry
KES 30,000 – 80,000
Mid
KES 80,000 – 150,000
Senior
KES 150,000+
Earnings, wages & prospects (narrative)
Entry-level typical range (illustrative): KES 30,000 – 80,000
Mid-level typical range (illustrative): KES 80,000 – 150,000
Senior/experienced typical range (illustrative): KES 150,000+
Earnings vary by employer (public/private), location, allowances, commissions, overtime, risk factors, and scarcity of skills
How to become one
Study in a technical or vocational programme
complete industrial attachments and build experience in applied technical roles.