End of Life Care Training Course
Learn End of Life Care with expert-led training. Understand palliative care, planning, and support—study online from anywhere.
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End of Life Care Training Course Overview
When a person approaches the final stage of life, compassionate care is not only important—it’s essential. Our End of Life Care Training Course provides the knowledge, understanding, and confidence needed to support individuals, families, and communities during this most sensitive time.
Designed for carers, support workers, healthcare professionals, and anyone who wants to learn more about End of Life Care, this course walks you through the principles, legalities, planning, and delivery of compassionate, person-centred care. With a structured curriculum, this End of Life Care course offers deep insight into physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs, ensuring no one walks this journey alone.
You’ll learn to identify stages of terminal illness, perform holistic assessments, understand palliative pathways, and engage in meaningful End of Life Care planning. You'll also explore care after death, bereavement support, and the legal responsibilities surrounding End of Life Care.
This course is designed to meet international standards and is suitable for a worldwide audience. Whether you work in healthcare or simply want to support someone with dignity and empathy, this End of Life Care course prepares you to make a real difference.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this End of Life Care course, you will be able to:
✅ Understand the foundations and values of End of Life Care
✅ Identify the signs and stages of terminal illness
✅ Perform holistic assessments for palliative care needs
✅ Engage in Advance Care Planning (ACP) with sensitivity
✅ Deliver physical and emotional End of Life Care
✅ Provide respectful care after death and bereavement support
✅ Navigate legal and ethical issues in End of Life Care
✅ Access additional training and resources to improve quality of care
Course Link: End of Life Care Training Course
Course Curriculum
Module 01: Introduction to Palliative & End of Life Care
- Defining palliative care and End of Life Care
- Differences between curative and supportive care
- Philosophy and goals of End of Life Care
Module 02: Identification of the Stage of Illness
- Recognising disease progression
- Prognostic indicators in End of Life Care
- Managing uncertainty in terminal conditions
Module 03: Palliative Care Holistic Assessment
- Assessing pain, symptoms, emotional and spiritual needs
- Creating care plans based on individual preferences
- Communication and documentation in End of Life Care
Module 04: Advance Care Planning
- Principles of Advance Care Planning (ACP)
- Communicating wishes and preferences for future care
- Legal tools such as living wills and DNR orders
Module 05: Care at the End of Life
- Practical, physical, and emotional care approaches
- Maintaining dignity and comfort
- Family involvement and decision-making support
Module 06: Care after Death
- Cultural, spiritual, and religious practices
- Preparing the body with respect
- Supporting grieving families and next of kin
Module 07: Further Support, Training and Development
- Ongoing education in End of Life Care
- Accessing support networks and resources
- Reflective practice and emotional resilience for carers
Module 08: Legal Issues
- Legal responsibilities in End of Life Care
- Confidentiality, consent, and mental capacity
- Reporting and documentation standards
Module 09: Glossary of Terms
- Common terminology in End of Life Care
- Clarification of clinical, legal, and ethical terms
Module 10: Appendices
- Additional reading
- Case studies in End of Life Care
- Reference tools and templates
Who is this course for?
This End of Life Care course is suitable for:
- Carers, support workers, and healthcare staff
- Hospice workers and palliative care providers
- Counsellors, volunteers, and social workers
- Family members caring for loved ones
- Anyone interested in understanding End of Life Care
Career Opportunities
Knowledge in End of Life Care can benefit roles such as:
- Palliative Care Assistant – £22,000 to £28,000/year
- Hospice Nurse – £30,000 to £40,000/year
- Care Home Manager – £35,000 to £50,000/year
- Healthcare Support Worker – £20,000 to £27,000/year
- Social Worker (Adult Services) – £30,000 to £42,000/year
Frequently asked questions
No, this is a fully online self-paced course, allowing you to complete it at your convenience, anytime, anywhere.
Once you purchase the ticket, we will assign you to the course within 48 hours and send your login details via email.
This is a self-paced course, so you can work through the material at your own speed.
Yes, we provide both a digital and a hard copy certificate free of charge. However, Hardcopy Certificate shipping costs apply—£3.99 within the UK and £10 for international addresses.
Yes, you will have lifetime access to the course and can revisit it anytime.
Yes, this course is designed for beginners, and no prior knowledge is required.
You will receive 24/7 learning assistance throughout your course.
No, you don’t need any special equipment. The course is self-paced and accessible on a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
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