Course Summary
This course covers topics such as understanding the dying process, palliative care principles, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support for individuals and their families. Students will explore effective communication strategies, ethical considerations, and the importance of dignity and respect in end-of-life care. The course emphasizes person-centred approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance quality of life during this sensitive time. Completion of this certificate equips learners with valuable competencies to provide compassionate and holistic care in healthcare, social care, and community settings.
This is a 4 month course and will be delivered online. This course is free subject to meeting eligibility criteria such as being aged 19 years or older.
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Key Topics
The purpose of the qualification is to provide an introduction to and develop understanding of working in End of life Care.
Assessment
Students enrolled onto this course will be allocated an Assessor/Tutor. All units will be individually internally assessed using a range of assessment methods. Assessment will be Internally Quality Assured (IQA) and Externally Quality Assured (EQA) by the Awarding Organisation.
The different types/methods of assessment will be discussed between student and Assessor/Tutor.
Progression
You can progress onto another adult education course.
Entry Requirements
While there are no strict entry requirements for this qualification, students will need to complete initial and diagnostic assessments in English and maths to determine the level of the course.