Free Level 2 End of Life Care Course Online – East Sussex College Eastbourne

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start31 Oct 2026
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 End of Life Care Course. Study online at your own pace over 18 weeks.

You study six units covering care planning, pain and discomfort support, dementia, loss and grief, and the care worker's role at the time of death. You complete written assignments online and receive feedback from qualified tutors. The course suits people already working in health and social care as well as those looking to move into the sector.

You'll finish with the NCFE Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for a wide range of learners who wish to gain an understanding of end of life care. These may be learners who wish to access this training with a view to progress to further qualifications or employment within health and social care, to complement other qualifications within apprenticeship frameworks within health or health and social care, or to develop within their current job role within health and social care.

Entry requirements

Please see website

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how to work in end of life care settings.
  • You'll learn about care planning for people at the end of life.
  • You'll explore how to support people experiencing pain and discomfort.
  • You'll study the relationship between end of life care and dementia.
  • You'll understand the care worker's role at the time of death.
  • You'll learn about loss and grief and how to support those affected.

How you will learn

You study through an online eLearning platform. Each unit includes written tasks that test your understanding and your ability to apply knowledge to real care scenarios. You submit all assignments online. Qualified tutors mark your work and give you written feedback. The provider recommends studying four to six hours per week to keep pace with the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a device with internet access to study and submit your assignments. East Sussex College Eastbourne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people at the end of life in care homes or at home.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and companionship in a person's own home.
  • Healthcare assistant, assists clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
  • Support worker, helps people with complex needs including end of life support.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support, for those moving into more clinical care roles.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care, a natural next step for those new to the sector.
  • Level 3 Certificate for Working in the Health Sector, builds on this qualification for a broader health care role.

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