Palliative Care Understanding Level 3 Certifcate

This qualification is designed for anyone over the age of 18 who is seeking to increase their knowledge of end of life care in a vocational setting. It is aimed at those working in the healthcare sector whose job role includes caring for those who have a life-limiting illness.

Description

This qualification explores common themes and questions in end of life care. It will inform you of the person-centred approaches to end of life care.
You will understand how to support a person with their familial, spiritual, social and emotional needs. It will also prepare you to confront issues of death and bereavement.

How long is the course?

This course is a 12 week distance learning course.

How will I be assessed?

You will be provided with a workbook and resources. You are required to complete all activities within the workbook in order to achieve the qualification.

What will I study?

There are 5 mandatory units for this qualification:
Unit 01 - Understanding end of life care
This unit provides learners with an overview of the emotive issues surrounding death and dying. It will also help learners to understand palliative care and its place within end of life care, along with the support services available to the individual and others.

Unit 02 - Communication during end of life care
This unit aims to give learners an understanding of the importance of communication when supporting an individual and others during end of life care.

Unit 03 - Assessment and care planning in end of life care
This unit aims to give the learner an understanding of the person-centred approach to assessment and care planning within end of life care and the legal implications of any advance care planning decisions.

Unit 04 - Person centred approaches to end of life care
This unit will inform learners of the Person-Centred approach to end of life care and how it ensures that the individual’s physical, emotional, social and cultural needs are met.

Unit 05 - Care during the final hours of life and bereavement care
This unit will assist learners to understand approaches to providing care in the approach to death and the final hours of care. It will also provide an understanding of the processes of loss and grief, how to support those who are bereaved and how to cope with own feelings of stress and grief.

To be awarded the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care learners must complete the 5 mandatory units.

What does the course lead to?

The programme supports progression on to more advanced courses including Diplomas in Health and Social Care.

Entry requirements

You will need to have experience of working within a care setting, preferably supporting end of life care. You may also find it useful if you have already achieved a Level 2 qualification in a health or health and social care related area.

How much does it cost?

Total Fee - £140.00Discount Fee - N/A

When does it start?

Day Start End Start date Weeks Total fee Dis fee Var Var Var TBA 24 £140 N/A

How do I apply?

Contact:


Programme Area Leader
Emma Brown - 01623 413596
emma.brown@wnc.ac.uk

Curriculum Manager
Ann Ramsay - 01623 413356
ann.ramsay@wnc.ac.uk

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