The Occupational Certificate in Facilities Maintenance Management, NQF Level 6, is geared towards learners with a technical background and who have interest in facilities management. Participants of this program will gain an in-depth understanding of all aspects of facilities management, including finance, leadership, electrical and mechanical engineering. SLA’s and the complexity of the hospital environment. Participants will obtain specialized expertise that is increasingly in demand by employers in the healthcare sector. The programme is comprised of in-class training and work based learning in hospitals and health environments. VAMED, a worldwide leader in hospital facility management, will provide outstanding expertise in this highly specialized field. The duration of this course will be 12 months.

Knowledge Modules:

• Module 1: Fundamentals of Facilities Management
• Module 2: Principles of Facilities Management and Policy Development
• Module 3: Facilities Manager Leadership and Management
• Module 4: Corporate Governance and Business Continuity
• Module 5: Utilities and Services Management
• Module 6: Procurement and Contract Management
• Module 7: Concepts Underpinning Facilities Management

Leadership and Staff Management

• Policies and legal frameworks for facility managers
• Human Resource Management
• Leadership
• Basics of Hospital Management

Facilities Maintenance Management - Electrical

• Basics in electricity I
• Basic in electricity II
• Electricity in facility management
• Most important electrical equipment and their maintenance

Facilities Maintenance Management - Mechanical

• Basics in mechanics
• Mechanics in facility management I: air
• Mechanics in facility management II: water
• Related topics