Online Learning
Priniciples of End of Life Care Level 2 Certificate
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Approximately half of all deaths occur in a hospital, but hospitals were recently ranked the lowest in terms of the overall quality of care during the end of life period. Hospices were ranked highest and care homes were not far behind. This course aims to improve the quality of end of life care that is provided across all settings. End of life care is the most sensitive and difficult to deal with for the individual, the family and carers who work with the individual. If you work in or want to work in the healthcare sector, or need to care for a loved one during this difficult time, this course is the perfect place to start and will help you provide quality end of life care.
The 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.
Aims:
• Develop knowledge of end of life care, including pain management, dementia impact, the role of the care worker, and grief processes.
Objectives:
• Support roles in healthcare and social care.
• Enable progression to further qualifications in the sector.
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: Understanding the role of the care worker in time of death
Unit 6: Understand loss and grief in end of life care.
You will complete online platform-based questions — there are no exams and no grades.
To pass, you must show that you have met all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria set out in the qualification specification.
Our qualified assessors will give you detailed feedback, 1:1 support, and clear targets to help you succeed.
Support is available through the learning portal, email, or phone.
If your work doesn't meet the required standard, you will receive feedback, a new target date, and the chance to resubmit.
This course runs over 24 weeks and includes a recommended 135 guided learning hours (GLH). You can apply at any time, with flexible start dates available throughout the year.
There is no specific prior skill or knowledge required for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 1 health and social care-related qualification.
We recommend you already have at least a Level 1 in English (GCSE grade 3/D or equivalent).
Other courses:
• Common Health Conditions
• Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Principles of Care Planning
• Principles of Dementia Care
• Principles of Team Leading
• Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Setting
• Understanding Cancer Support
• Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care
• Understanding Nutrition and Health
• Understanding Personal Care Needs
• Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes
• Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care
Employment opportunities:
• Care Worker - up to £19,834
• Care Coordinator - up to £23,128
• Healthcare Assistant - up to £19,221
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Improve your skills to help create a long-standing career pathway in your chosen industry
• Courses are delivered as online learning, allowing you to choose when and where to study
• Personal tutors are assigned to ensure you have the support needed to succeed.
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Students aged 16-18 do not pay exam fees.
