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Free Level 3 End of Life Care Course Online – Let Me Play Education

CostFREE
Duration3 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Principles of End of Life Care Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life.

The course takes around three months to complete. You'll explore what shapes people's views on death and dying, the aims of end-of-life care, and how assessment tools and care pathways are used. Units also cover person-centred approaches, communication, and care during the final hours of life and bereavement. The course is for people aged 19 or over who live in a fundable area.

You'll finish with the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care.

Who this course is for

The course will help to develop your understanding of end-of-life care; communication, assessment and care planning and person centred approaches during end of life care. The qualification also addresses care during the final hours of life and bereavement care. This NCFE qualification is designed for anyone who is seeking to increase their knowledge of end-of-life care in a vocational setting. It is also appropriate for those who have already achieved other sector-specific qualifications in the healthcare sector who need to apply their understanding in a palliative care context.

Entry requirements

19 and older, must live in fundable area.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key factors that influence a person's views on death and dying.
  • You'll explore the aims and approaches used in end-of-life care.
  • You'll learn how assessment tools and care pathways support end-of-life care planning.
  • You'll understand the roles of professionals in a multidisciplinary end-of-life care team.
  • You'll develop skills in communication during end-of-life care.
  • You'll study person-centred approaches to supporting individuals at the end of life.
  • You'll learn about care during the final hours of life and how to support bereavement.

How you will learn

The course is delivered entirely online. You'll work through units covering communication, assessment, care planning, and person-centred practice. Learning is remote, so you'll need a laptop or computer to access the course materials. Your tutor will support you throughout, and a tailored learning plan is put in place to suit your pace.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or computer to access this course. Let Me Play Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports individuals at the end of life in care settings.
  • Support worker, helps people with complex needs including end-of-life care.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or hospices.
  • Home care worker, delivers personal care and support in people's own homes.
  • Palliative care support worker, assists specialist teams providing end-of-life care.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, a broader qualification for those moving into senior care roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to train others in care settings.
  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care, for those aiming toward team leader or management roles in health and social care.
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