End of Life Care Course

A Level 3 short course on providing compassionate, dignified care for individuals approaching end of life and supporting their families.

Our End of Life Care Course is a Level 3 short course designed to equip care workers and support staff with the knowledge and skills to provide compassionate, person-centred care for individuals approaching end of life. The course covers advance care planning, symptom management, communication with families, and the emotional and practical support needed during this sensitive time.

Grounded in human rights-based practice and the social model of care, the training promotes strength-based, person-centred approaches that honour the individual's wishes, their right to make choices about their care, and the importance of supporting families and loved ones through one of life's most difficult transitions.

Who It's For: Care Workers & Support Staff · Domiciliary Care Staff · Residential and Nursing Care Staff · Hospice Support Staff · Senior Care Staff

What the Course Covers

Key topics and learning outcomes for this course.

Understanding End of Life Care

The principles of palliative and end of life care, and recognising when someone is approaching end of life.

Advance Care Planning

Supporting individuals to express their wishes, including advance decisions and preferred priorities of care.

Symptom Management

Recognising and managing common symptoms, including pain, nausea, and breathlessness.

Communication

Having sensitive conversations with individuals and families, and breaking difficult news compassionately.

Supporting Families

Providing emotional and practical support to families before and after a bereavement.

Self-Care for Staff

Recognising the emotional impact of end of life care and supporting staff wellbeing.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about the training.

Duration One day (6 hours)
Delivery Method Face to face at our Cheadle Training Centre, at your premises, or online via Zoom
Assessment Ongoing assessment throughout the session; no formal exam
Certification Level 3 certificate of completion and RQF credit certificate from an Ofqual recognised awarding body
Refresher Refresher recommended every 2 to 3 years
Price From £75 per person (group discounts available for 5 or more learners)
Synergy Member Price From £68 per person
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Delivery Options

Choose the delivery method that works best for your team.

Face to Face at Cheadle

Attend our training centre in Cheadle, Staffordshire. All training materials provided. Ideal for individual learners and small groups.

Onsite at Your Premises

We deliver the full course at your workplace, tailored to your care setting. We bring all required materials. Ideal for groups of 5 or more.

Online via Zoom

Live trainer-led sessions via Zoom for theory-based learning. Flexible for shift workers and remote teams. Practical assessment arranged separately where required.

Upcoming Training Dates

Book your place on an upcoming session. Spaces are limited.

19 Sep

End of Life Care Course

Saturday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

10 spaces left Book
10 Oct

End of Life Care Course

Saturday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Online

12 spaces left Book
31 Oct

End of Life Care Course

Saturday · 09:30 · Cheadle Training Centre

Face to Face

8 spaces left Book
21 Nov

End of Life Care Course

Saturday · 10:00 · Online (Zoom)

Online

15 spaces left Book

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