• You are at least 18 years old.
• You are registered as a jobseeker with the VDAB.
• You are medically fit to follow the programme.
• For the 13-month programme, you have a sufficient command of the Dutch language (spoken and written) – entry level 2.4.
• For the 15-month course with additional support for the Dutch language (Aalst and Vilvoorde) – entry level language 2.1.
• You have the necessary basic skills: these will be assessed at an interview with the candidates.

You may request exemption from one or more training modules under the following conditions, for which you must be able to provide documentary evidence.

• You have already undergone training in the field of healthcare, which you completed in full or in part without obtaining a certificate.
• You have a relevant training certificate.
• You have professional experience in the healthcare sector.

• Practical: body care, cooking, maintenance, laundry and ironing, ergonomics.
• Theory: care, human relations, law.
• Theoretical and practical courses alternate throughout the course.
• In-company work placements in your region.

• A 13-month modular course – 4 days of lessons per week ;
• A 15-month course with additional support for the Dutch language – 4.5 days a week (only available at the Aalst and Vilvoorde training centres).

• The training is free;
• You retain your right to unemployment benefit during the course;
• Transport costs to and from the training centre and courses are reimbursed;
• The cost of looking after your children up to the age of 12 in a recognised institution is reimbursed.