Study Doctor's Assistant from home

Courses and programmes to become a doctor's assistant, from basic training to an accredited MBO diploma.

3 courses

LOI

MBO Doctor's Assistant

  • LOI
  • from € 139 p/mo
  • 24 months
MBO Diploma
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NHA

Basic Doctor's Assistant Course

  • NHA
  • from € 59 p/mo
  • 12 months
Basic Certificate
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LAU

Doctor's Assistant Course

  • Laudius
  • from € 34 p/mo
  • 9 months
Basic Certificate
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Becoming a doctor's assistant through home study

What does a doctor's assistant do?

A doctor's assistant is the first point of contact at a GP practice: you schedule appointments, assess how urgent complaints are (triage) and carry out medical procedures such as measuring blood pressure, syringing ears and dressing wounds. Doctor's assistants also work in hospitals and public health services.

How long does the programme take?

The accredited MBO 4 programme usually takes 24 months through home study, including a mandatory placement at a GP practice. Basic programmes without an MBO diploma take 9 to 12 months and suit orientation or refreshing your knowledge.

Is the diploma accredited?

The MBO 4 variants are Crebo-registered and lead to the same accredited diploma as a regional college. GP practices almost always ask for this diploma; certificates from basic programmes are not equivalent but can be a stepping stone.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, home-study programmes are designed for that: you set your own pace and study 10 to 15 hours per week on average. Do allow for the placement hours in the accredited MBO variant.

For MBO 4 you need at least a vmbo diploma (kader or higher), a transition certificate to havo 4, or an MBO 2/3 diploma. Basic programmes have no admission requirements.

The accredited MBO 4 programme includes mandatory vocational practice in a GP practice or healthcare institution. You find a placement yourself; the provider supports you via a placement office.