Adult
Understanding The Principles of End of Life Care - Level 3
This qualification provides learners with an understanding of the principles of end of life care, including knowledge of:
the definition of end of life care
approaches to end of life care
how to support a person’s familial, spiritual, social and emotional needs
how to confront issues of death and bereavement
About the course
Key units include:
Unit 01: Understanding end of life care
Unit 02: Communication during end of life care
Unit 03: Assessment and care planning in end of life care
Unit 04: Person-centred approaches to end of life care
Unit 05: Care during the final hours of life and bereavement care
There aren’t any specific prior learning requirements for this qualification; however, learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a Level 2 qualification in a health and social care related area.
Learners will complete an online booklet.
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England)
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
This qualification is delivered online.
These Level 2 courses are free if you are a resident of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (comprising of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield), as these qualifications can be fully-funded at no cost to you!
For a Level 3 course, funding may be available and we will assess your personal circumstances to establish if you qualify.
Learners must be aged 19+ years.
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Key Information
Course Code
P00444
Subject Area
Health and Social Care
Campus
Distance Learning