Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care (Free* if aged 19 or over)
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Who is this course for?
This qualification is ideal for anyone who is 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. The course may also be suitable for anyone who is caring for a loved one or family member during their final stages of life.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements to access this programme.
What will you learn?
This course is split into six manageable units:
Unit 1: Understand how to work in end of life care
Unit 2: Care planning in end of life care
Unit 3: Understand how to provide support to manage pain and discomfort
Unit 4: End of life care and dementia
Unit 5: Understand the role of the care worker in time of death
Unit 6: Understand loss and grief in end of life care
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered online.
What will you need to bring with you?
You need access to a laptop and the Internet.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence which is put together during the course and demonstrates that you have met the required assessment criteria. The portfolio of evidence is in the form of a workbook that may be paper-based or online to suit you.
Where next?
You could progress onto another free qualification in:
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Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact liz.young@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: March 25, 2024 12:03 pm