Issued 26 March 2026
The key skills developed in a Palliative and End of Life Care course are: - Pain and symptom assessment and management - Communication with patients and families - Emotional and psychological support - Delivering person-centred care - Ethical decision-making and end-of-life planning - Cultural sensitivity and respect for patient values - Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration - Advance care planning and documentation - Supporting grief and bereavement - Maintaining patient dignity and comfort
The key learning outcomes of a Palliative and End of Life Care course are: - Understand the principles and philosophy of palliative and end-of-life care - Recognise and assess the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients - Apply effective pain and symptom management strategies - Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, families, and caregivers - Support patients and families through the end-of-life process - Demonstrate ethical and professional decision-making in care delivery - Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team - Promote dignity, respect, and person-centred care - Understand the process of death, dying, and bereavement - Reflect on personal practice and emotional resilience in end-of-life care
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