This online training programme provides a clear and compassionate introduction to palliative care. It helps learners understand how to support individuals living with serious or life-limiting conditions, focusing on dignity, comfort and holistic wellbeing. The course explores care planning, communication, symptom management and ethical considerations involved in delivering end-of-life care.
What You Will Learn
- The aims and principles of palliative care and how it enhances quality of life.
- How to identify stages of illness and assess care needs holistically—physical, emotional, social and spiritual.
- Approaches to advance care planning, conversations about preferences and shared decision-making.
- Pain and symptom management strategies used in palliative settings.
- Emotional support techniques for patients and families during end-of-life stages.
- Legal and ethical responsibilities in palliative and end-of-life care.
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction to Palliative & End-of-Life Care
- Recognising Stages of Illness
- Holistic Assessment in Palliative Care
- Advance Care Planning
- Communication & Emotional Support
- Managing Pain & Symptoms
- Legal, Ethical & Professional Responsibilities
- Further Support, Training & Development
Who Should Enrol
This course is ideal for:
- Healthcare staff, care assistants and support workers.
- Individuals working with people facing long-term or life-limiting illnesses.
- Family carers or volunteers seeking structured training in palliative care.
Certification & Key Features
- Fully online, self-paced learning accessible from any device.
- Accredited certificate awarded upon completion.
- Suitable for beginners—no prior experience required.
- Practical, compassionate and industry-aligned content.
Career & Progression
Completing this course prepares learners for roles such as palliative-care assistant, hospice support worker or end-of-life care aide. It also forms a foundation for advanced training in palliative and specialist healthcare pathways.
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£120.00
