End of Life Awareness
This End of Life Awareness course explores current policies and best practice in end of life care, covering everything from pain management and care planning to emotional support and recognising the needs of people with dementia. It also considers the role of the care worker at the time of death and how to respond appropriately to loss and grief.
Providing high-quality end of life care is one of the most sensitive and important responsibilities in health and social care. This End of Life Awareness training course is designed to help staff understand the principles of palliative care, improve communication during difficult times, and support individuals, families, and colleagues with empathy and confidence.
This training is essential for anyone working in residential care, community support or hospital settings where end of life care is provided.
What You Will Learn
- The principles and aims of end of life care
- Legal and ethical considerations in end of life support
- National policies and guidance that underpin best practice
- The importance of person-centred care planning during the final stages of life
- How to manage and respond to pain and discomfort
- The emotional, spiritual and psychological needs of individuals at the end of life
- Supporting individuals with dementia during end of life care
- Effective communication with individuals, families and colleagues during this time
- Understanding the role of the care worker at the time of death
- Supporting friends and family members through bereavement
- The impact of loss and grief and how to offer appropriate support
- Reflective practice and self-care for staff involved in end of life care
Certification
All participants will receive a certificate of achievement upon successful completion of the course.
Related Courses
If you’re looking to expand your knowledge further, you might also be interested in our Dignity in Care courses.
Course Location & Service Areas
We deliver in-house training at your workplace or chosen venue, tailored to your needs and schedule. This flexible approach removes the need to send staff off-site for essential learning.
Our experienced trainers deliver courses across Manchester and Greater Manchester, supporting organisations throughout the North West.
We also provide on-site training throughout England, covering major cities, towns, and regions nationwide, including North England, South England, London, and Surrey.
For added flexibility, this course is also available remotely via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, making it ideal for teams based in multiple locations or working remotely.
Wherever and however the training is delivered, all sessions are led by experienced Prima Cura Training instructors and meet the same high standards.
