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Free Level 2 End of Life Care Course Online – University Centre Somerset

CostFREE
Duration26 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Principles of End of Life Care Course. Study online at your own pace over 26 weeks. The course fits around your work and home life, with no need to travel to a centre.

You'll explore the key the course, including how to support individuals and their families through this stage of life. The course covers communication, pain management, and the legal and ethical aspects of care. It's awarded by NCFE.

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

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles and values that underpin end of life care.
  • You'll learn how to communicate sensitively with individuals and their families.
  • You'll explore approaches to managing pain and other symptoms.
  • You'll understand the legal and ethical issues in end of life care.
  • You'll learn about the roles of different professionals in a care team.
  • You'll develop knowledge of loss, grief, and bereavement support.

How you will learn

You'll study online through written materials and activities. Assessment is through written assignments completed at your own pace. There are no exams. You submit your work online and receive feedback from an assessor. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

University Centre Somerset will confirm anything you need before you start. Most materials are provided online as part of the course.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports individuals at home or in a care setting.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside nurses in hospitals or clinics.
  • Home care worker, provides personal care and support in people's homes.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with daily living and wellbeing.
  • Palliative care support worker, assists specialist teams in hospice or community settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, the next step for senior care roles and team leadership.
  • Level 3 Award in End of Life Care, deepens specialist knowledge for palliative care settings.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Care, a broader qualification covering the full range of adult care practice.
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