Level 2 End of Life Care Course in Plymouth

CostFREE
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Principles of End of Life Care Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Achievement Training Plymouth, part-time during the day over 11 weeks. The course covers how to work in end of life care, supporting people with pain and discomfort, the impact of dementia, the care worker's role at the time of death, and the loss and grief process. There are no entry requirements; all applications are reviewed individually. The level 2 principles of end of life care classes suit anyone working in or moving into health and social 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 in apprenticeship frameworks within health or health and social care, or to develop in their current job role within health and social care.

Entry requirements

No Entry Requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how to work effectively in end of life care settings.
  • You'll learn how to contribute to care planning for people at the end of life.
  • You'll understand how to support people in managing pain and discomfort.
  • You'll explore how dementia affects end of life care needs.
  • You'll understand the care worker's role at the time of a person's death.
  • You'll develop knowledge of the loss and grief process for individuals and families.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Achievement Training Plymouth over 11 weeks on a roll-on, roll-off basis. Weekly Wednesday drop-in sessions give you direct access to a tutor for guidance and support. The qualification is assessed through six mandatory units, each covering a distinct area of end of life care knowledge.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Achievement Training Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting people in residential or home care settings.
  • End of life care worker: providing dedicated support to people nearing death.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in hospital or community roles.
  • Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care in people's own homes.
  • Palliative care support worker: working alongside specialist palliative care teams.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: the next step for those moving into senior care roles or supervisory positions.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care: a broader qualification covering the full range of health and social care practice, useful if you want to build on this principles-level knowledge.
  • Level 3 Award in End of Life Care: a more focused qualification for those specialising in this area of practice.

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