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Free Level 2 End of Life Care Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration7 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Principles of End of Life Care Course. Work-based training at your workplace, so you learn while you're in your role.

You study through weekly webinars and complete coursework in your own time. The course takes around 7 weeks and covers how to support patients at the end of life, keeping them comfortable and at ease. You'll also learn how to support the family members and others around them. The course is open to anyone aged 19 or over who works in health or social care, at any level.

You'll finish with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care.

Who this course is for

This course will give you an in-depth understanding of end of life care so that you are able to make the patient feel comfortable and relaxed as well as supporting their family, friends and others around them.

This short course will run weekly webinars, give you the opportunity to do your coursework at home. You will receive a professional Level 2 qualification awarded to you by TQUK.

The course is cost free to learners.

Entry requirements

This course is suitable for anyone over the age of 19 and working in the health and social care sector. Whether you are at a junior or senior level it is a valued qualification to apply for.

This course can benefit anyone working in health and social care, whether they are working in care home or domestic setting, no matter what level you are at.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles and values that underpin end of life care.
  • You'll learn how to support a patient's comfort, dignity, and wellbeing in their final stages of life.
  • You'll develop skills to communicate sensitively with patients and those close to them.
  • You'll understand how to support families, friends, and others around a dying person.
  • You'll learn about the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to end of life care.
  • You'll understand the role of different professionals and services involved in end of life care.
  • You'll learn how to manage your own wellbeing when working in this area.

How you will learn

You attend weekly webinars online and complete coursework at home in your own time. Learning fits around your working hours. Assessment is through written coursework, which you submit as you progress through the course. The qualification is awarded by TQUK on successful completion.

What you will need to bring

Realise will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need access to a device and the internet for the weekly webinars and home study.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports patients day to day in care or home settings.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or community care.
  • Adult care worker, delivers personal care and support to adults with various needs.
  • Home care worker, provides care and support to people in their own homes.
  • Senior care worker, takes on a lead role supporting a team and managing care plans.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for care workers moving into senior or supervisory roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to mentor or train others in your workplace.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care, a deeper study of this specialist area for those who want to focus on palliative care.
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