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Alison Free Online Learning
Course in End-of-Life and Palliative Care
- Online USA
Course
Full time, Part time
1 hour
Distance Learning
English
Caring for the terminally ill and the elderly is an emotional, complex, challenging and rewarding profession. The job requires trained, compassionate caregivers to handle the situation with grace and sensitivity. This caregiving course explains how to supply quality care to those who are suffering in the grip of illness or are approaching the end of their lives. We also show you how to provide support and comfort to worried and grieving families.
University of Pennsylvania
Palliative Care, Certificate
- Philadelphia, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Palliative Care Certificate program provides a-focused approach to understanding and delivering care for patients facing serious illnesses. It covers core topics like pain management, symptom cont...
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Australian College Of Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care
- Canberra, Australia
- Sydney, Australia
Certificate
Part time
Distance Learning
English
Studying palliative care nursing with ACN will provide you with the principles of palliative care nursing to improve your knowledge and skills for the provision and coordination of evidence-based palliative care. The aim is to encourage the professional and ethical understanding of clinical practice development to improve patient outcomes.
Hugh Baird College
End of Life Care - Level 2
- Online United Kingdom
Course
On-Campus
English
This course provides the opportunity to develop an understanding of different perspectives of death and the impact it has on individuals. It covers the aims and principles of end of life care, communication factors and how to access a range of support services in end of life care.
Riverside College Halton
Level 2 Certificate in The Principles of End of Life Care
- Widnes, United Kingdom
Certificate
Full time, Part time
Distance Learning
English
The qualification is ideal for anyone already working in or intending to work in the healthcare or social care sector. It will provide you with knowledge and understanding of end of life care to support your role.
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Palliative Care degree programs at the Preparatory level focus on providing compassionate support to individuals facing serious illnesses. This field is unique because it emphasizes the importance of holistic care, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Through courses in patient communication, symptom management, and ethical decision-making, students develop essential skills to support patients and families effectively. The curriculum encourages students to build confidence as they engage with concepts of dignity, comfort, and quality of life. You’ll gain insight into advanced pain management techniques and learn how to create care plans that honor patient preferences.
Studying Palliative Care at this level prepares you for a variety of future pathways. Graduates often find roles in healthcare settings, hospice care, and community health organizations, where they apply their knowledge to improve the quality of life for patients. By enhancing interpersonal skills and understanding complex family dynamics, students become essential advocates for those in need.